General Manager

For more than 47 years, Joe’s Pizza & Pasta has been a family tradition across Illinois, serving hand-tossed pizzas, hearty pastas, subs, salads, and Italian classics. With nearly two dozen locations, we’re proud of our reputation for great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We’re looking for a dedicated General Manager to lead our team and continue delivering the Joe’s experience that keeps guests coming back.

As General Manager, you’ll oversee all aspects of daily restaurant operations while building and leading a high-performing team. Responsibilities include:

• Managing front-of-house and back-of-house staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling

• Driving sales and managing food, labor, and operating costs to meet company goals

• Ensuring excellent guest service and handling guest concerns with professionalism

• Overseeing food quality, presentation, and consistency according to brand standards

• Maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant restaurant environment

• Monitoring inventory, placing orders, and managing vendor relationships

• Leading team meetings and promoting a positive, team-oriented culture

• Collaborating with ownership on local store marketing and community involvement

• 3+ years of restaurant management experience (full-service or fast-casual preferred)

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate a team

• Results-driven with proven success in managing budgets and achieving sales targets

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

• Passionate about hospitality, guest service, and team development

• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses

• Opportunity for career growth within a well-established, family-owned brand

• Employee discounts on our famous pizza, pasta, and more

• Supportive ownership and a team-first culture

• Be part of a community-focused company with nearly five decades of success

If you’re a motivated leader who’s passionate about great food and building great teams, apply today to become a General Manager at Joe’s Pizza & Pasta!