At Life’s Food, we are a locally owned franchisee group operating 35 Five Guys locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, and East Tennessee (including high-demand markets like Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg). Clear Promotion Pathways: Direct advancement opportunities to Multi-Unit Leader / District Manager , or tailored leadership development designed to prepare you for executive hospitality leadership.

General Manager – Five Guys (Life’s Food Franchise)

Location: Greenville, NC (600 Greenville Blvd SE, Greenville, NC 27858, USA)

Total Compensation: $64,000 – $68,000 Base Salary + Up to $12,000/year in Bonuses & Cash Incentives (Total Earnings Potential: $76,000 – $80,000+)

About Life’s Food

At Life’s Food, we are a locally owned franchisee group operating 35 Five Guys locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, and East Tennessee (including high-demand markets like Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg). We don’t just hire managers—we partner with leaders who want to run a high-performance business. We’re looking for a high-energy "people person" in Greenville, NC who leads from the front on the line during peak hours and keeps a sharp eye on store profitability.

The Life’s Food Advantage: A Bonus You Actually Control

Forget standard profit-sharing formulas designed by a corporate office that cut into your earnings. Our bonus program is simple, direct, and paid out Quarterly:

• Up to $2,500 Per Quarter in Performance Bonuses ($10,000/yr): Driven directly by controllable metrics—labor efficiency, food waste, and daily store operating costs.
• Up to $2,000/yr in Secret Shopper Cash: We pass Five Guys Secret Shopper cash incentive rewards directly to store leaders for top audit scores.
• No Rent or Overhead Penalties: Your bonus isn't slashed by fixed costs like rent, taxes, or store insurance.
• Real Ownership: Run an efficient, tight shop, and you see the direct payoff in your paycheck every quarter.

What Else We Offer

• Company Car Program ($8,900/yr Value): Fully funded vehicle program available to high-performing, tenured GMs—we cover the vehicle, plus all routine maintenance and registration.
• Health & Financial Security: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match.
• Balanced Life & Support: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), free shift meals, and dedicated team resources (including in-store chaplain support).

Support, Schedule & Work-Life Balance

We build our store structures so General Managers can focus on high-level leadership without burning out on the line:

• 45-Hour Standard Workweek: Focused operational schedules designed for sustainable long-term performance.
• Robust In-Store Support Team: You are supported by up to 1 Assistant Manager, 6 Shift Leaders, and an unlimited team of Crew Trainers to keep shifts running smoothly.
• Flexible Scheduling: Schedules are performance-driven and tailored around store operational needs rather than rigid corporate templates.

Career Growth & Scale

• Clear Promotion Pathways: Direct advancement opportunities to Multi-Unit Leader / District Manager, or tailored leadership development designed to prepare you for executive hospitality leadership.
• Regional Mobility: Potential transfer or relocation opportunities across our 35-store footprint in desirable East TN mountain destinations and coastal markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the People: Recruit, coach, and inspire a top-notch crew. Stay active on the line alongside your team during peak rushes while developing your Shift Leaders and Crew Trainers.
• Manage the Numbers: Take charge of your P&L by keeping labor schedules efficient and food waste low to maximize your quarterly bonus payouts.
• Set the Standard: Drive high operational standards, food safety, and memorable customer experiences across your store.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership in high-volume fast-casual, QSR, or hospitality management.
• Solid financial sense with hands-on experience controlling labor and food costs.
• High-energy, coaching mindset with a track record of developing crew members and shift leads.
• Flexibility to work a 45-hour flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends) based on store performance and business needs.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

With or without reasonable accommodation, team members must be able to:

• Stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift (with scheduled breaks) on tile or non-slip floors
• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs (e.g., potato bags, produce boxes, oil containers), including from floor to shoulder height
• Push and pull loaded carts, supply bins, and trash/grease receptacles
• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, and reach overhead or below waist level to stock, retrieve supplies, and clean
• Use hands repetitively, with the finger dexterity needed for the POS, food assembly, and wrapping
• Safely operate hot equipment (flat-top grills, fryers) and tolerate heat, steam, and hot oil
• Move between the hot cook line and cooler areas (walk-ins, outdoor delivery/trash areas)
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, noisy kitchen
• Use close, distance, and peripheral vision to read tickets, monitor the grill, and run the register
• Communicate clearly with guests and teammates and follow safety instructions

Allergen Notice: We cook exclusively in peanut oil, and whole peanuts are served in-restaurant. Team members will regularly handle or be exposed to peanuts, peanut oil, and peanut dust.

Ready to run a top-tier restaurant backed by a supportive, 35-unit operator? Apply today!

Life’s Food is a family-owned franchise group proudly operating over 33 Five Guys restaurants across the Carolinas and Tennessee. For three years running, our employees have recognized us as a "Great Place to Work," reflecting our commitment to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace. Learn more about www.lifesfood.net

Salary

$64000.00 - $68000.00 per year

Benefits

Bonus pay, Supplemental income, Flexible schedule, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k), 401(k) matching, Paid training, Profit sharing, Mileage reimbursement

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

10 hour shift, Weekend availability, Monday to Friday, Day shift, Night shift, Overtime, Other, 8 hour shift