General Manager - 1548

Five Guys is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain famous for its quality burgers, fresh-cut fries, and dedicated customer service. Founded by the Murrell family, the brand prides itself on its family-oriented values, commitment to fresh ingredients, and exceptional dining experience. With more than 1,000 new locations planned across North America, Five Guys continues to expand and offer exciting career growth opportunities. The company is deeply passionate about its food, team culture, and the friendly atmosphere in each of its stores. They hold themselves to high standards, ensuring every customer's visit is memorable through consistent service and great food. Five Guys is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, striving to increase representation of women, people of color, veterans, and individuals with disabilities within the company. Their policy ensures no discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

This position offers a starting salary of $60,000 annually with eligibility to participate in performance-based bonus rewards. The role is designed for experienced restaurant leaders who are passionate about creating a positive work environment and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Most Five Guys locations operate during real-world hours from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm and do not have drive-thrus, promoting a dynamic but manageable work schedule. Successful candidates will benefit from customizable and comprehensive benefits packages that include medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, a 401(k) with matching contributions, an Employee Assistance Program, and access to an Employee Relief Fund supported by owners and employees.

General Managers and Assistant Managers in this role receive up to 12 weeks of paid Family Bonding Leave, available immediately upon hire, demonstrating the company’s commitment to supporting employees' family lives. The culture embodies core convictions encapsulated in the acronym REAL – Remain Humble, Exceed Expectations, Always Do The Right Thing, and Lead By Example. This emphasizes the importance of humility, high standards, ethical behavior, and leadership that inspires. The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of leadership experience in the restaurant industry with responsibility for financial outcomes, enthusiasm for fostering a great workplace, and a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Personality traits sought include honesty, energy, motivation, and a fun spirit, along with the ability to set high standards for oneself and one's team.

Five Guys invites candidates who are ready to contribute to a vibrant team environment where everyone is ready to pitch in and have fun together. They promise a real bonus plan linked to food safety, financial success, and customer experience, with weekly secret shops where all team members working during those shifts can qualify for bonuses. This opportunity promises meaningful work, clear pathways for career advancement, and a supportive employer invested in both employees’ professional and personal growth.