Bench General Manager (DE Region)

Dash In•Wilmington, DE

18d•$64,000 - $77,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dash In is hiring a full-time Bench Store Manager to support and learn its Delaware market while preparing to take over a store. The role offers experienced restaurant, kitchen, or multi-unit leaders broader operational exposure, store-level P&L responsibility, and a path to becoming a Store General Manager. The manager trains alongside experienced leaders, runs stores when needed, and develops the skills to manage a Dash In location independently once placed. This is a hands-on, fast-paced leadership role overseeing high-volume foodservice, retail, and labor operations. The position involves travel among Delaware locations, and the schedule is flexible to meet business needs in a 24/7 operation. Initial training may take place outside the employee’s home location; accommodations are provided if needed. Once trained, the Bench Store Manager acts as store leader during General Manager absences.

Requirements

3–5+ years of leadership experience in restaurants, foodservice, retail, or hospitality.
Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Experience with scheduling, inventory, ordering, and labor control.
Comfort owning results and making decisions on the floor.
High school diploma or GED.
ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Willingness to travel between sites and work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

P&L exposure is strongly preferred.
College coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, coach, and hold leaders and hourly team members accountable for performance and guest experience.
Run high-volume foodservice, retail, and labor operations in a busy, guest-focused environment.
Own store-level P&L results, including sales, margins, labor, and controllable expenses.
Execute brand standards for food safety, age verification, cash handling, audits, and guest experience scores.
Travel between Delaware-area stores as business needs require.
Train and gain the experience needed to become a Store General Manager when a location opens.
Act as the store leader during General Manager absences once trained.

Benefits

Employer 401(k) with employer-matched contributions up to 7%.
Financial planning assistance.
Advancement opportunities in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Free coffee and fountain beverages, plus discounts on fresh food and car washes.
Vacation starting at two weeks, sick and personal leave, and paid holidays including a floating holiday.
Two paid community service days each year.
Paid parental leave for new parents.
100% tuition reimbursement, development programs, and certificate assistance, up to 100% employer-paid.
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, with a health savings account option.
Pet insurance, basic life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Up to 5% annual bonus.