General Manager

SLI Enterprises is a leading independent franchisee operating numerous McDonald's restaurants across the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex, including locations in Irving, Dallas, Mesquite, Caddo Mills, Greenville, Commerce, Italy, Waxahachie, Fairfield, Mexia, Corsicana, Ennis, and Terrell. As an independent operator licensed to use McDonald's logos and food products, SLI Enterprises runs these establishments with full autonomy from McDonald's USA, ensuring a unique local management perspective while delivering the quality and service standards associated with the McDonald's brand.

Working at one of these McDonald's restaurants means joining a team dedicated to offering delicious food and feel-good moments to their customers. The restaurants managed by SLI Enterprises are known for maintaining high standards of quality, service, and cleanliness, which are integral to their operational success. The company prides itself on creating a supportive work environment that encourages employees to grow, develop their skills, and find a satisfying career path with opportunities for advancement.

The position offered is that of a General Manager, a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a high-volume restaurant. As a General Manager, you will be charged with ensuring the establishment is profitable and consistently meeting McDonald's critical customer standards. This role demands not only operational expertise but also strong leadership and team-building skills, as you will steer a team of Department Managers across various functions such as kitchen operations, customer service, and maintenance.

In this role, the General Manager collaborates closely with their leader to set ambitious yet achievable goals for the restaurant and develop strategic plans to meet these objectives. Success hinges on the ability to inspire and guide Department Managers by setting clear targets, monitoring progress, and providing constructive coaching and feedback. This leadership extends to recruiting and nurturing talent, with the General Manager playing an instrumental role in hiring and developing Department and Shift Managers to ensure a robust pipeline of capable future leaders.

Candidates ideally bring prior experience managing high-volume quick service restaurants, with a background in hospitality or retail seen as beneficial. The position requires a candidate who is at least 18 years old, capable of undertaking diverse daily tasks inherent to restaurant management, and motivated to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. The role promises not only a competitive salary but also comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to grow within a company that supports continuing education, job skill advancement, and retirement planning.

SLI Enterprises offers its employees the flexibility to choose schedules that suit their lives, the chance to pursue education goals while working, and the encouragement to bring energy and enthusiasm to their roles. Embracing a positive team culture, the company values individuals who are passionate about leadership, enjoy coaching others, and are committed to maintaining the highest quality standards for customers. If you are looking for a rewarding management career within a trusted global brand backed by a dedicated local operator, this General Manager opportunity at SLI Enterprises’ McDonald's restaurants could be the perfect fit for you.

By applying for this job, it's important to recognize that you will be working for SLI Enterprises, the independent franchisee, and not directly for McDonald's USA. All employment-related decisions, including hiring, firing, scheduling, and discipline, are handled by the franchisee. McDonald's USA has no involvement in these matters. This distinction ensures a focused approach on local management excellence while delivering the globally recognized McDonald's experience to customers across the DFW area.