General Manager

Wendy's is one of the world's largest quick-service hamburger companies, renowned for its fresh, made-to-order offerings and commitment to quality. As a global restaurant chain, Wendy's has built a reputation for serving delicious food with a friendly smile. The brand operates thousands of restaurants across numerous countries, making it a leader in the fast-food industry. Wendy's is dedicated to providing superior customer service, fostering a positive work environment, and delivering exceptional guest experiences every day. At its core, Wendy's values teamwork, integrity, and innovation, striving to create a supportive culture where employees can thrive and advance their careers.

This specific opportunity is for a General Manager role at the Wendy's location at 2312 North Ashland in Chicago, IL. As a General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the restaurant's daily operations, including managing the team, ensuring excellent customer service, and driving profitability. This is a full-time, permanent position with an hourly pay range between $62,500.00 and $70,500.00 annually. The ideal candidate will lead by example and foster a positive, fun, and productive workplace culture aligned with Wendy's core values.

In your role as a General Manager, your primary responsibility will be managing the entire restaurant operation. You will work closely with your leadership team to create a culture of consistency, accountability, and high performance. This includes training and developing staff to maintain high standards of customer service, operational excellence, and food safety. You will be tasked with managing the restaurant's profit and loss statement, identifying opportunities for revenue growth, lowering costs, and improving processes to maximize profitability.

Wendy's emphasizes providing its General Managers with the tools and support necessary to succeed. You will have access to a best-in-class restaurant leadership training program designed to build your foundational leadership capabilities and sharpen your management skills. This training will prepare you to be an effective leader who drives results and cultivates a positive work environment.

Additionally, Wendy's is committed to career growth and offers a clear internal pipeline to help you advance in your leadership journey within the company. The benefits package includes comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, health savings accounts (HSA), a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, paid time off, free meals during working hours, and a 50% friends and family discount on your days off. These perks complement the rewarding challenge of leading a busy restaurant with a dedicated team.

Wendy's also takes pride in its inclusive employment practices. The company welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including individuals of all races, religions, genders, nationalities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Reasonable accommodations are made to support individuals with disabilities in performing their job functions effectively.

The General Manager role demands a candidate who brings at least three years of leadership experience, preferably in fast-paced restaurant or retail environments. Flexibility in work availability and a strong commitment to maintaining food safety standards and operational procedures are essential. This position is pivotal in ensuring Wendy's continued success at the local restaurant level by driving sales, building a strong team, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. If you are a motivated leader with a passion for hospitality and operational excellence, Wendy's offers a compelling opportunity to grow your career in the QSR industry.