Zaxby's General Manager

General Manager - Zaxby'sHungry for a Great Career?At Zaxby's, we're more than a restaurant. We're a team committed to serving great food, creating memorable guest experiences and developing exceptional leaders.Hudson Restaurant Group is seeking an experienced and motivated General Manager to lead one of our Zaxby's restaurants.The General Manager is responsible for the restaurant's people, culture, guest experience, operations and financial performance.This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who can build a strong team, maintain high standards and take ownership of results.BenefitsCompetitive salaryPerformance-based bonus eligibilityMedical, dental and vision insuranceEmployee and family coverage options401(k) retirement planPaid time offFree meals while working25% employee meal discount while not workingLeadership training and developmentOpportunities for advancement with a growing restaurant groupBenefit eligibility and availability may depend on employment status, tenure and applicable plan terms.QualificationsMust be at least 18 years oldRestaurant-management experience requiredGeneral Manager or comparable restaurant leadership experience preferredDemonstrated ability to recruit, develop and retain a high-performing teamStrong communication, organization and problem-solving skillsWorking knowledge of scheduling, inventory, labor and cost managementAbility to review restaurant performance and develop improvement plansWillingness to lead hands-on in a fast-paced restaurant environmentAbility to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays as neededStrong work ethic and commitment to high operating standardsAbility to complete all required Zaxby's trainingWhat You'll DoAs General Manager, you will:Lead all aspects of daily restaurant operationsRecruit, hire, onboard, train and retain a high-performing teamCoach restaurant leaders and develop future talentCreate a positive, accountable and performance-driven cultureMaintain high standards for food quality, guest service, cleanliness, accuracy and speedBuild schedules that support the needs of the business while effectively managing laborManage inventory, food costs, product variance and controllable expensesReview financial and operating results and implement plans to improve performanceDrive restaurant sales, profitability and guest satisfactionEnsure cash, deposits and other financial controls are handled accuratelyMaintain compliance with Zaxby's brand standards and company policiesEnsure all food-safety, workplace-safety and regulatory requirements are followedAddress guest and team-member concerns promptly and professionallyMaintain the restaurant's equipment, facility and overall appearanceCommunicate restaurant performance, staffing and operational needs to above-store leadershipTake ownership of the restaurant's people, culture and resultsLeadership and DevelopmentHudson Restaurant Group provides structured onboarding, hands-on operational training and direct support from experienced restaurant and above-store leaders.Training and development will focus on:Zaxby's operating and brand standardsTeam leadership and culture developmentRecruiting, onboarding and staff developmentScheduling and labor managementInventory, food-cost and product-variance managementFinancial performance and restaurant P&L managementGuest experience and operational excellenceFood safety, workplace safety and regulatory compliancePerformance reporting and improvement planningGrow With UsHudson Restaurant Group believes great restaurants are built by great leaders. Our General Managers are trusted to take ownership of their restaurants, develop strong teams and deliver exceptional results.As a growing Zaxby's operator, we provide successful leaders with opportunities to take on additional responsibility and advance within the organization.Hudson Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.Zaxby's is a fast-casual chicken brand with 1,000+ locations, a dominant southeastern presence, and a highly loyal customer base built around wings, fingers, and bold flavors.