Restaurant General Manager

Goodwin Recruiting

Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Reporting, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Fast Food, Financial Reporting, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Multilingual, Operations, Operations Management, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Profit & Loss, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, ServSafe Certification, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
2 days ago

Restaurant General Manager – South Carolina


Join a rapidly expanding quick-service restaurant group known for its commitment to excellent guest experiences and employee growth. This is a unique opportunity to lead operations for a busy restaurant location, making a real impacton both the team and local community.


Restaurant General Manager Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and holiday benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Ongoing training and clear pathways for career advancement
  • Supportive, collaborative work environment


Restaurant General Manager Requirements & Qualifications


  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role within the quick service or fast-food industry
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Proven experience managing operations, inventory, scheduling, and maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver outstanding customer service and effectively resolve guest concerns
  • Experience in training, developing, and motivating teams to achieve performance targets
  • Familiarity with budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control
  • Strong understanding of health/safety regulations and labor laws
  • Experience with POS systems, scheduling software, and other relevant technologies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays


Restaurant General Manager Preferred Background & Skills


  • Knowledge of current food and beverage trends
  • 1–2 years direct experience with leading Burger King teams
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Teams, Excel, Outlook)
  • Bilingual abilities are a plus


Restaurant General Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Oversee all daily operations to ensure the restaurant meets targets for profitability, quality, and guest satisfaction
  • Recruit, hire, train, and inspire a high-performing team of assistant managers, shift leads, and crew members
  • Manage inventory, scheduling, and cost controls to maximize efficiency and profitability
  • Deliver exceptional guest experiences by ensuring prompt, accurate, and friendly service
  • Uphold operational and brand standards, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures
  • Monitor safety, cleanliness, and maintenance to provide a welcoming environment for staff and guests
  • Engage with the local community to strengthen brand presence and guest loyalty


If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make an impact with a thriving organization, we encourage you to apply.

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