General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Performance incentives
comprehensive training
Career advancement opportunities
Employee meal discounts
benefits package
Supportive culture

Job Description

DLCRS is a fast-casual restaurant brand dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences through outstanding customer service, high-quality food, and a commitment to operational excellence. As an established player in the restaurant industry, DLCRS prides itself on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth. With a focus on hospitality excellence, DLCRS strives to create a culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and equipped to contribute to the company’s success while advancing their careers within the organization.

The role of General Manager at DLCRS is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of a single restaurant location. Reporting directly to the Area Coach, the General Manager is entrusted with full Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility and day-to-day operational management. This includes recruiting and mentoring a high-performing team, ensuring superior guest experiences, maintaining brand standards, and managing financial performance to achieve business goals. The position offers an annual pay range of $55,000 to $65,000 and provides opportunities for career development within a company that values strong leadership and operational expertise.

As General Manager, you will lead and inspire a team including an Assistant General Manager, Shift Leaders, and all restaurant team members. Your leadership will drive sales growth through effective promotions and upselling, while carefully controlling labor and food costs to improve net operating profit. You will enforce operational excellence by implementing rigorous safety, cleanliness, and cash-handling procedures. Your role also encompasses inventory management, facilities oversight, and the implementation of waste reduction protocols to ensure quality and efficiency.

In addition to managing the business, the General Manager is expected to embody DLCRS’s Purpose, Mission, and Core Values, creating a welcoming atmosphere that exceeds guest expectations by delivering friendly, accurate, and timely service. The ideal candidate will have a strong business acumen with experience in labor reporting, cost control, and the ability to develop and retain talented teams through regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.

This role demands a proactive leader who is committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and productive work environment while driving continuous improvement. Physical requirements include the ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds. The schedule requires flexibility to work 50-60 hours per week, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. DLCRS offers comprehensive training, competitive salary plus performance incentives, employee meal discounts, and a benefits package within a culture focused on growth and accountability.

DLCRS is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse teams and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you are passionate about operational excellence, people management, and delivering memorable guest experiences, this General Manager position is an excellent opportunity to contribute your skills and grow within a thriving restaurant organization.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk continuously for 6+ hours per day
  • Ability to bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Willingness to work 50-60 hours per week including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • 3+ years of restaurant leadership experience including P&L responsibility
  • Food Safety Certification or ability to obtain upon hire
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance
  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • 3+ years of restaurant leadership experience including P&L responsibility
  • Strong business acumen with proficiency in labor reporting, cost controls, and administrative systems
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-caliber teams
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
  • Basic PC skills including email, reporting, and scheduling software
  • Willingness to learn proprietary systems
  • Food Safety Certification or ability to obtain upon hire
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance
  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States

Job Duties

  • Live and communicate DLCRS’s Purpose, Mission, and Core Values
  • Recruit, interview, and hire A-Player candidates weekly
  • Maintain the hiring portal
  • Onboard new hires and ensure completion of training programs
  • Coach and develop team members through regular feedback, cross-training, and performance reviews
  • Build and mentor a leadership bench including Assistant General Manager and Shift Leaders
  • Deliver friendly, quick, and accurate service that exceeds guest expectations
  • Create a guest centric atmosphere from ordering to dining and take-out
  • Drive and act on guest feedback to coach your team
  • Ensure all incoming calls are answered promptly and professionally
  • Achieve year-over-year sales and guest count increases
  • Execute in-store promotions and upselling techniques
  • Control labor and food costs to budget or better
  • Drive net operating profit growth
  • Analyze sales reports and develop action plans to hit P&L targets
  • Enforce schedule guidelines and optimize staffing for peak traffic and special events
  • Conduct daily and weekly operational checklists
  • Ensure cash-handling procedures, deposit controls, and close-out sales processes are executed flawlessly
  • Respond to correspondence from Operations leadership and RSC staff promptly
  • Monitor inventory levels and reconcile discrepancies
  • Ensure proper storage, FIFO rotation, and safe handling of food products
  • Coordinate maintenance and repairs for equipment and facilities
  • Implement waste and expired product protocols

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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