General Manager

Omaha, NE, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $40,000.00 - $65,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

flexible schedule

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid training

Vision Insurance

Job Description

McDonald's is one of the world's leading quick-service restaurant chains, widely recognized for its commitment to quality, service, cleanliness, and value. Operating in numerous countries, McDonald's serves millions of customers daily, offering a diverse menu that emphasizes fast food prepared with consistency and high standards. This particular McDonald's restaurant is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, which means that while it benefits from the global brand’s reputation, it is managed locally by a dedicated team focusing on delivering exceptional dining experiences within their community. The restaurant emphasizes customer satisfaction, safety, and operational excellence through a motivated and well-trained workforce.

The Restaurant Manager role is a full-time position with an annual salary ranging from $40,000 to $65,000. This role is vital in maintaining the high standards McDonald's is known for, including outstanding quality, excellent customer service, cleanliness, and value. The manager will lead the team by recruiting, inspiring, and developing crew and management staff to achieve business goals and ensure a seamless operation that attracts and retains guests. Key responsibilities include driving sales, managing all aspects of the restaurant’s operations, scheduling, food safety, cleanliness, security, and training. The manager ensures that every customer leaves satisfied by setting the tone of service excellence and fostering a positive, productive work environment.

In this role, leadership skills are essential. The manager must motivate and unite their team around common goals, modelling the values and behaviors that reflect the company culture. They must develop and execute marketing plans that increase sales and community engagement while managing expenses to meet budgetary targets. Operations oversight covers maintaining food quality, safety standards, and efficient equipment maintenance. The manager is responsible for project management related to new product implementation and promotional activities. Employee development is critical, involving recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and building a loyal, satisfied workforce.

Attention to security and cleanliness ensures the physical restaurant environment is welcoming and safe for guests and employees alike. By managing P&L items such as food and labor costs, the manager enhances profitability while ensuring exceptional service and quality standards. The role requires balancing day-to-day operational tasks with strategic planning and team leadership. It offers a rewarding opportunity to build a successful career in restaurant management within a respected global brand with a supportive local franchise environment.

Working under an independent franchisee, applicants should understand that employment decisions, schedules, and policies are handled locally rather than by McDonald's USA corporate offices. This ensures tailored management suited to the local market, but also means that the franchisee independently manages all employment matters. Prospective managers are encouraged to apply if they are passionate about leadership, operational excellence, and delivering memorable guest experiences in a dynamic setting.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
minimum 3 years of management experience in restaurant or related environment
strong leadership and communication skills
knowledge of food safety and sanitation
ability to manage budgets and control costs
capability to motivate a team and drive sales
proficiency in scheduling and inventory management
understanding of labor laws and security procedures

Job Qualifications

high school diploma or equivalent
minimum 3 years of management experience in a restaurant or related environment
proven leadership skills to motivate and develop teams
experience in budgeting and financial management
knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
strong interpersonal and communication skills
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
proficiency with scheduling and inventory management systems
ability to enforce policies and labor laws

Job Duties

motivate a group of people to act towards achieving a common goal
set the tone for the restaurant and customer service environment
role model values and behaviors consistent with company culture
develop and execute store marketing plans to maximize sales
push the team with targets and hold them accountable
conduct in-restaurant implementation of new products and procedures
manage expenses to meet budget targets
maintain critical standards for quality, service speed, cleanliness and food safety
manage planned maintenance of equipment
project and control P&L line items
measure customer satisfaction and execute improvement plans
schedule staff to build the business
maintain physical plant aspects including landscaping and equipment
ensure security procedures are executed
recruit, select, develop and retain crew and management
conduct leadership team meetings
complete and present performance appraisals
enforce policies, labor laws, safety and security procedures
model performance standards and work in a unit-producing capacity as needed
execute employee commitment plans to increase loyalty and satisfaction
manage development and training including interviewing applicants
oversee food safety, inventory management, daily maintenance, quality food production, scheduling, training and exceptional customer service