Job Description

Job Title: Restaurant General Manager

Location: Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)

Compensation: $60,000 – $80,000 base salary + performance-based bonuses

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and people-focused Restaurant General Manager to lead daily operations at a high-performing quick service restaurant. This role is ideal for a proven operator with a passion for team development, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Candidates should be forward-thinking leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to grow professionally.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Base Salary: $60,000 to $80,000

- Performance Bonus: Up to $2,000 every four weeks

- Tenure Bonus: Up to $5,000 annually based on years of service

- Vacation: Up to 5 weeks paid vacation (4 weeks in years 1–3; 5 weeks after year 4)

- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance (up to 70% employer-paid)

Additional Perks:

- First-Time Home Buyer Assistance Program ($10,000 after 18 months)

- College Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,500/year after 6 months)

- Relocation Assistance

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including legal, mental health, and financial support

Culture & Work Environment:

This opportunity is with an organization known for its people-first, performance-driven culture. Employees benefit from extensive recognition, generous time off, and access to top-tier training and leadership events. Team members are supported with resources across recruiting, facilities, IT, marketing, and operations, allowing GMs to focus on leading their teams and delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities:

- Lead daily restaurant operations with a focus on excellence in people, service, cleanliness, and hospitality

- Foster a team-centered culture focused on individual growth and leadership development

- Analyze operational data to identify insights and drive improvement

- Develop and implement staffing, training, and operational plans to meet business goals

- Manage labor scheduling, budgeting, and full P&L performance

Training & Development:

- Access to monthly leadership development sessions at a corporate training center

- Participation in off-site field training opportunities with other leaders and high performers

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred

- At least 2 years of QSR restaurant management experience

- Top 10% performer in current position

- Demonstrated ability to hire, train, and develop talent

- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills

- 5+ years of leadership experience in high-performance restaurant teams

- A hands-on, modern leader with a sense of urgency and attention to detail

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