Restaurant GM: Lead Team & Guest Experience

popeyes; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision

Paid time off

Discounted meals

Leadership development

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Popeyes is seeking a General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring top-quality food, service, and cleanliness. You will recruit, train, and coach teams while managing inventory, costs, and local marketing to drive profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and financial acumen, with flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Join a fast-growing brand with opportunities for career advancement and a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of restaurant management experience, ideally as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Financial and business acumen, including understanding of P&L statements.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring high standards in food quality, guest service, and cleanliness.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop top talent for all team positions.
• Motivate and coach team members and managers to achieve goals and deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Oversee inventory management, food and labor costs, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Drive sales growth and profitability through operational excellence and local marketing.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Build a positive team culture that reflects Popeyes values.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Financial acumen

P&L understanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree a plus

Job description

Popeyes is seeking a General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring top-quality food, service, and cleanliness. You will recruit, train, and coach teams while managing inventory, costs, and local marketing to drive profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and financial acumen, with flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Join a fast-growing brand with opportunities for career advancement and a positive team culture.