General Manager Topeka 8 (SW Wanamaker Rd)

Topeka, KS, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $48,000.00 - $65,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

performance bonuses

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Hardee's is a well-established fast-food restaurant chain with a strong presence across the United States, operating over 36 family restaurants. Known for its commitment to quality food and excellent customer service, Hardee's is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for guests and fostering a sense of community involvement. The company emphasizes a guest-focused, team-oriented culture that ensures all staff members deliver exceptional experiences consistently. As part of its growth strategy, Hardee's values leadership that can drive operational excellence, financial performance, and team engagement simultaneously. This commitment makes Hardee's a standout employer for those seeking meaningful opportunities in the quick-service restaurant industry.

The position of General Manager at Hardee's is an essential leadership role responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations of a Hardee's family restaurant. Reporting directly to the District Manager, the General Manager supervises the restaurant management team, including Restaurant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Crew Members, ensuring that all roles are carried out effectively and in alignment with company standards. This role requires a dynamic individual who has experience in quick-service dining management and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service.

The General Manager is accountable for maximizing the restaurant's financial performance by analyzing business operations and making timely adjustments when financial expectations are not being met. They oversee the consistency of the quality of food products, customer service experience, and adherence to cleanliness standards. Staffing is managed to align with guest flow, and recruitment, training, and performance evaluations are handled according to company policy. Conducting crew meetings, enforcing company policies, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and leading local marketing initiatives also fall under the General Manager's responsibilities.

This leadership role demands a hands-on approach in maintaining the restaurant facility and equipment to company and legal standards, managing inventory control, overseeing daily cash management, and fostering an environment of shared values focused on customer satisfaction and integrity. The General Manager serves as the face of the restaurant in community engagement and drives a motivated, productive, and cohesive team. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong organizational skills, financial acumen, and the ability to lead a diverse team effectively. This role offers a challenging yet rewarding career opportunity within a reputable and expanding company, providing a platform for professional growth and development in restaurant management.

Job Requirements

At least 2 years of college in business, hospitality management or related field or equivalent related experience
3-5 years management experience in a quick service dining concept
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Basic knowledge of computers
Ability to work varied hours/days to oversee restaurant operations

Job Qualifications

At least 2 years of college in business, hospitality management or related field or equivalent related experience
College degree preferred
3-5 years management experience in a quick service dining concept
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Capable of communicating effectively with customers, staff and co-workers
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Basic knowledge of computers
Financial/analytical aptitude including planning, budgeting, scheduling and P&L management
Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
Ability to problem solve toward a positive conclusion
High sense of urgency
Self motivated
Excellent team building skills
Proven ability to achieve and maintain desired results
Bilingual Spanish preferred
Ability to work varied hours/days to oversee restaurant operations

Job Duties

Maximizes financial performance and profit of restaurant
analyzes business performance initiating appropriate corrective actions when deviations occur from financial expectations
Ensures restaurant consistently provides a quality product and customer service experience that delivers total customer satisfaction
Ensures the quality, service and cleanliness measures meet or exceed company standards
Ensures sufficient staff is scheduled to operate the restaurant and accommodate guest flow
Ensuring recruitment, selection, orientation, training, and performance management functions are carried out in accordance to company standards and expectations
Conduct crew meetings as needed to discuss operation procedures, promotions, safety, security, training, etc.
Complies with company policies, practices and procedures and communicates all changes to team members
Ensure all sanitation, safety and security policies and procedures are recognized and enforced to ensure a safe environment for all
Maintains building, equipment as well as reports and records based on company standards and in compliance with state and federal regulations
Leads local store marketing efforts
Maintain an adequate supply of products and items necessary to operate the restaurant
Control inventory to meet company GAP standard
Responsible for all cash
Ensure that cash procedures are adhered to
Models and encourages shared values by focusing on customer satisfaction and establishing and maintain a high integrity workforce