Opening General Manager

Jimmy John's is a prominent fast-casual restaurant franchise renowned for its signature sandwiches delivered with exceptional speed and freshness. Established with a commitment to providing quick and high-quality food service, Jimmy John's has grown into a widely recognized brand with numerous locations across the United States. The franchise prides itself on a fast-paced, high-energy environment where both customers and employees experience exceptional service and a vibrant atmosphere. The Maple Grove location, situated at 13300 Bass Lake Road N, is currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Opening General Manager to lead their team and maintain the franchise's stellar reputation for quality and service.

This Opening General Manager position is integral to the successful operation of the Jimmy John's restaurant in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The role involves comprehensive oversight and management responsibilities that include supervising daily operations, managing staff, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring world-class customer service. The manager will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the restaurant run smoothly, from employee scheduling and inventory management to maintaining store standards and profitability. Typically managing a team of 3 to 15 employees, the General Manager is the key figure who drives the restaurant towards operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

The pay range for this position is $40,000 to $42,000 annually, depending on experience, accompanied by a schedule that includes morning and afternoon shifts across all days of the week. The successful candidate will be immersed in a high-energy crew environment dedicated to delivering sandwiches that are "freaky fast" and "freaky fresh," embodying the core values of the Jimmy John’s experience.

Responsibilities extend to overseeing hiring, training, and evaluation of staff, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and procedures, maintaining inventory to prevent waste and theft, managing cash drawers, and conducting regular manager meetings. The role demands excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to work independently, handle high-stress situations, and employ strong interpersonal skills to motivate and manage employees effectively.

Physical stamina is a key component of this role as it requires bending, standing, and walking throughout the workday, including lifting up to 50 pounds, and maintaining the capacity to work 50-60 hours per week. Candidates must be at least 19 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, current automobile insurance, and a clean driving record.

Jimmy John's Maple Grove is committed to hiring a general manager who can maintain high standards of customer service excellence while promoting a productive team environment. The role portrays an excellent opportunity for experienced individuals in retail food management looking to advance their career in a fast-growing and customer-centric business. Being part of Jimmy John’s means joining a team that values speed, efficiency, freshness, and customer satisfaction in every aspect of their operation.