General Manager

El Cajon, CA 92021

Full Time

Overview

A well established quick service restaurant brand is seeking a General Manager to lead operations at a high volume location in El Cajon. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of restaurant performance including sales growth, operational execution, team development, and financial results.

The General Manager will lead the restaurant team while ensuring excellent guest experiences, strong operational standards, and disciplined financial management. This position is ideal for a hands on leader who thrives in fast paced quick service environments and enjoys developing strong teams.

Compensation

Salary between $65,000 and $68,000 annually

Quarterly bonus based on achieving performance targets

Benefits

Medical insurance

Two weeks of vacation after first anniversary

Paid holidays including Thanksgiving and Christmas

Position Overview

The General Manager has full responsibility for restaurant operations and performance. This includes driving sales, managing profitability, building a strong leadership team, and maintaining consistent operational standards.

The role requires a leader who can create a positive team environment while delivering strong operational discipline and consistent guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Oversee all daily restaurant operations including staffing, scheduling, and service execution

Ensure consistent food quality, speed of service, and guest satisfaction

Maintain strong operational standards across all shifts

Financial Performance

Drive sales growth through strong operations and marketing execution

Manage profit and loss performance including labor and food cost controls

Analyze business performance and adjust operations to improve results

Team Development

Recruit, hire, and develop restaurant team members

Train and mentor management team members

Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and employee evaluations

Guest Experience

Create a welcoming environment for guests

Ensure consistent guest satisfaction through strong service standards

Address guest concerns quickly and professionally

Ideal Candidate Profile

Minimum two years of restaurant management experience

Experience working in quick service restaurants with drive thru operations required

Strong people oriented leadership skills

Excellent communication and team development abilities

Strong decision making and problem solving skills

Ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, high volume environment

Desire for personal and professional growth within the restaurant industry