General Manager - QSR Restaurant | $65K-$80K + Monthly Bonus

Location: Waterloo, NY

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a high-volume QSR restaurant and drive strong operational, financial, and team performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven restaurant leader who knows how to build strong teams, maintain high standards, control costs, and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of General Manager experience in a quick-service restaurant environment, with experience in Wendy’s or a similar major QSR brand highly preferred.

What We Offer

• $65,000–$80,000 annual salary based on experience
• $700–$900+ monthly performance bonus opportunity
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid birthday benefit
• Annual profit-sharing opportunity
• Career advancement and leadership development
• Training and ongoing management support
• Positive, team-oriented work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant's daily operations and overall performance
• Maintain high standards for food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop restaurant team members
• Build and maintain a strong management and crew team
• Manage scheduling, labor, staffing, and employee development
• Monitor sales and financial performance and manage controllable costs
• Read and understand P&L statements and use financial information to improve results
• Manage food ordering, inventory, and operational systems
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health and safety standards
• Build strong relationships with guests and create a welcoming restaurant environment
• Lead by example and create a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of General Manager experience in a QSR environment
• Wendy’s experience strongly preferred; comparable QSR experience will be considered
• Strong understanding of restaurant P&L management and financial controls
• Experience with food ordering, inventory, and restaurant operating systems
• Proven ability to manage labor, scheduling, and staffing
• Strong recruiting, training, coaching, and team-development skills
• Ability to lead a high-volume restaurant while maintaining operational standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer-service mindset
• Highly motivated, organized, and results-driven
• Ability to create a positive, team-oriented restaurant culture

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a restaurant management position—it is an opportunity to take ownership of a QSR operation, develop a strong team, and directly influence the restaurant's financial and operational success.

The organization is committed to investing in its people through training, development, advancement opportunities, and strong operational support. Leaders who perform well have the opportunity to grow within the organization.

If you are an experienced QSR General Manager ready to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you.

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