Restaurant General Manager

Zaxbys is a renowned restaurant chain known for providing not just great food but also a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere for guests and an exceptional workplace environment for its team members. As a company deeply committed to creating memorable dining experiences, Zaxbys has established itself as more than a restaurant—it's a community hub where guests can share quality time with friends and family, enjoying delicious meals in a fun ambiance.

Zaxbys takes pride in fostering a welcoming and positive culture among its team, making it an indescribably great place to work. The company is currently expanding and is looking for a skilled General Manager to join their team. This full-time management position offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $73,000 per year, coupled with significant bonus potential paid quarterly—up to 24 percent of the annual salary. Working at Zaxbys means more than just a job; it means joining a team that values growth opportunities, work-life balance, and employee wellness.

The General Manager role at Zaxbys is pivotal in ensuring the overall success of the restaurant by providing strong leadership and guidance to foster a positive team culture and maintain high morale. The General Manager is responsible for executing and contributing to strategic action plans aligned with company goals and objectives. This includes overseeing daily restaurant operations with a sharp focus on staffing, team member development, sales growth, cost management, and delivering an outstanding guest experience. Consistently upholding brand standards is essential to this role, ensuring that the quality and service guests expect from Zaxbys are met at all times.

General Managers at Zaxbys are expected to be effective leaders who can source, interview, hire, and retain top talent while providing ongoing training, mentorship, and accountability. They create efficient scheduling to optimize sales and labor costs and ensure that service, product quality, and cleanliness meet rigorous standards. By managing profitability through driving sales and controlling costs, General Managers help sustain the restaurant's financial health. An important part of this role is building strong community relationships to increase sales and enhance the restaurant's reputation.

Moreover, General Managers use management tools to maintain accurate records and review performance metrics daily, developing action plans to improve profitability and guest satisfaction continuously. This role requires a flexible attitude, the ability to handle complaints professionally, and the capability to ensure safe working conditions for the entire team. Compliance with all company guidelines, policies, and federal, state, and local laws is mandatory.

Zaxbys offers its employees a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, short-term and long-term disability coverage, employer-paid life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Employees also enjoy perks such as free meals, paid time off, paid holidays, bonus potential, and an employee referral program, along with numerous opportunities for career advancement within the company. If you are a motivated leader with restaurant management experience seeking a rewarding career, Zaxbys invites you to apply and be part of a dynamic and supportive team where your contributions matter.