Restaurant Operations Leader

CKE Restaurants, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CKE Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead a Hardee’s restaurant, directing daily operations in support of the Brand Vision, Mission, and Promise.

The GM will model core values, ensure customer service excellence, food safety, and financial accountability, while actively selecting, training, and coaching top talent to achieve strong results. Responsibilities include overseeing service levels, supervising staff across shifts, and driving sales and margin growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in restaurant operation.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, and weekends.
• Must maintain reliable personal transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance to travel between company locations and transport product and supplies as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of a Hardee’s restaurant to align with Brand Vision, Mission and Promise.
• Model CKE’s Core Values and coach top talent to achieve results in People, Customer, Sales and Profit.
• Oversee training and development, performance management, and open-communication culture among staff.
• Ensure food safety standards and regulatory compliance are met, including audits.
• Manage scheduling, operations, and financial accountability across shifts and locations.
• Partner with HR to resolve employee relations issues and maintain compliant practices.

Skills

People leadership

Customer service

Communication

Training & coaching

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CKE Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead a Hardee’s restaurant, directing daily operations in support of the Brand Vision, Mission, and Promise.

The GM will model core values, ensure customer service excellence, food safety, and financial accountability, while actively selecting, training, and coaching top talent to achieve strong results. Responsibilities include overseeing service levels, supervising staff across shifts, and driving sales and margin growth.