Restaurant General Manager – North Charleston, SC, University Blvd

Cook Out is one of the fastest-growing companies in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, renowned for its exceptional food quality and outstanding customer service. Established with a commitment to providing a unique dining experience, Cook Out has rapidly expanded its presence across various markets, becoming a household name for quick, delicious, and affordable meals. The company operates multiple locations that thrive on a culture of teamwork, high energy, and dedication to excellence. Cook Out is not just a place to work, but a platform for ambitious individuals to build rewarding careers through clear growth pathways and performance-based rewards.

The role of General Manager at Cook Out is fundamental to the success of each location. As a hands-on leader, the General Manager is the vital force that drives daily operations and ensures a seamless customer experience. This position is both challenging and rewarding, requiring a dynamic individual who is excited to work alongside their team on the floor, fostering an environment where employees can develop and thrive. You will be responsible for enforcing brand standards, managing operational costs, and promoting profitability, all while inspiring your team to deliver elite customer service.

This leadership role demands versatility and adaptability, given the pace and volume of the restaurant business. The General Manager is deeply involved in team development, recruiting, training, and coaching employees to maximize their potential and elevate the restaurant's performance. This role drives engagement, resourcefulness, and motivation, helping to create an upbeat, efficient, and successful workplace. If you have strong management experience, a passion for leadership, and a desire to make a tangible impact, this opportunity at Cook Out is designed for you.

The annual compensation for this role ranges from $75,000 to $100,000, supplemented by an hourly appreciation pay of $15 on top of the base salary. Additionally, monthly performance bonuses based on sales growth and store performance offer lucrative earning potential. Cook Out supports work-life balance by guaranteeing holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas off, providing free meals during shifts, and offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 90 days of employment.

Opportunities for career advancement at Cook Out are clearly defined and reward individual performance, allowing motivated leaders to quickly rise through the ranks. Employee security is strengthened through retirement benefits such as a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 4%, alongside a competitive paid time off policy. Cook Out’s commitment goes beyond employment, focusing on employee wellness, growth, and satisfaction. This role offers the chance to lead by example, build strong teams, and contribute to the ongoing success of a rapidly expanding company in the QSR sector.