District Manager

Arby's • Georgia - Remote, GA

1d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The District Manager leads General Managers and restaurant management teams to deliver exceptional customer service and achieve sales and profit goals within company values and policies. The position drives people development, operational performance, staffing, financial results, marketing execution, and restaurant standards across assigned locations. The manager must spend at least 75% of their time working in assigned restaurants in the North Atlanta, Georgia area and travel between locations as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of combined restaurant management operations experience and education.
• Certification in provincial or local food and/or alcohol handling where required.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans, organize effectively, and apply financial acumen to drive multi-location growth and profitability.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, build talent pipelines and succession plans, attract and retain talent, and foster accountability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and interact effectively with employees at all levels, external partners, and customers.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety, labor, and licensing regulations; alcohol compliance knowledge for relevant brands.
• Experience driving operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement through best practices, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with restaurant management software and Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to travel as needed.
• Ability to perform restaurant-level duties, including prolonged walking and standing on hard surfaces, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing up to 45 pounds.
• Ability to repeatedly reach, grasp, and manipulate objects; finger dexterity for cash register and computer use; tolerance for exposure to hot and cold restaurant equipment and moderate to loud noise.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive to locations according to brand requirements.
• Ability to spend at least 75% of work time at assigned restaurants in the North Atlanta, Georgia area.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year degree.
• Leadership experience within a corporate structure.
• At least 2 years of experience as a General Manager.
• Experience in a multi-unit restaurant environment.
• Experience working in a growth organization.

Responsibilities

• Build a People First culture through engagement, recognition, and modeling company values; develop team members through training, succession planning, and continuous learning.
• Drive sales and profit performance through operational support, strategic planning, restaurant business reviews, and coaching on expectations.
• Coach restaurant teams to deliver food safety, product quality, friendliness, cleanliness, order accuracy, and speed of service; conduct CMX audits on each restaurant according to brand timelines.
• Ensure restaurants are appropriately staffed with well-trained teams; recruit and hire for management vacancies, maintain a talent bench, and ensure schedules meet labor targets without sacrificing customer service.
• Attain the Annual Operating Plan through monthly business reviews, P&L analysis, scorecards, food and labor performance monitoring, and reviews of financial results and KPIs; ensure controls and accurate reporting, communicate manager performance and action plans, and hold outliers accountable.
• Provide situational leadership and model strong knowledge and proficiency in all phases of restaurant operations.
• Ensure marketing plans are executed, including installation of marketing materials and menu elements in stores and online; schedule and lead new product training.
• Audit restaurant inventory, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and ensure equipment is maintained in excellent condition through approved vendors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED