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Verified Pay check_circle $65000 - $75000 per year
Hours Full-time
Location Wood River, IL 62095
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Job Description

Job Description

An established, high-volume quick-service restaurant franchise is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead daily operations and develop a high-performing team. This is a hands-on leadership role with a unique long-term opportunity to grow into an owner/operator partnership program for top performers.

 

We're looking for entrepreneurial leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments, drive financial results, and are passionate about developing people.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of daily restaurant operations
  • Drive sales, profitability, labor management, and food cost controls
  • Build, coach, and retain high-performing teams
  • Deliver exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence
  • Maintain brand, food safety, and cleanliness standards
  • Manage staffing, scheduling, inventory, and P&L performance
  • Develop future leaders through training and mentorship

 

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of successful General Manager experience
  • High-volume QSR, fast-casual, or convenience foodservice background preferred
  • Strong P&L, labor, and food cost management skills
  • Proven ability to build and develop teams
  • Hands-on leadership style with an ownership mentality
  • Stable work history and measurable operational results
  • Valid driver's license and work authorization required

 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: Around $75,000 annually
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid training and leadership development
  • Unique ownership/partnership growth path for top performers

 

Company Description
The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.

Company Description

The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.

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Posting ID: 1270484113 Posted: 2026-06-27 Job Title: Restaurant General Manager