District Manager Hardee's (1849)

Hardee's•Kingsport, TN

About The Position

The District Manager is accountable for the performance of the Restaurant Management Teams in the district. The role ensures that each team fulfills its job responsibilities and meets expectations across all areas of its job descriptions. The District Manager supports guest satisfaction, restaurant operations, team development, financial performance, marketing, legal and company-policy compliance, vendor relationships, and food safety across the district. The position involves visiting assigned store locations 4–5 days per week and working in restaurant environments. The role requires standing for long periods, moving throughout restaurants to observe operations and team performance, working around high temperatures and in close quarters, handling cleaning products, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The job requires performing at a continuous high pace under pressure while maintaining quality and speed standards. The pay range is USD $58,000–$63,000 per year. The posting also lists an aggressive bonus plan, car and phone allowances, insurance coverage, a 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and opportunities to learn and grow.

Requirements

7–10 years of previous restaurant experience.
3–5 years in management positions.
Financial planning aptitude, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and P&L management.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to assigned store locations 4–5 days per week.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with others as a team.
Ability to meet performance standards.
Ability to take initiative and solve problems.
Must be at least 18 years old, or an emancipated minor with documentation.
Able to stand for long periods and work around high temperatures and others in close quarters.
Able to move throughout the restaurant and observe operations and team member work performance.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds comfortably.
Able to work with various cleaning products.
Able to perform the job at a continuous high pace under pressure while maintaining quality and speed standards.

Nice To Haves

Multi-unit restaurant management experience, preferably including full-service, fast-food, or convenience operations.

Responsibilities

Ensure district team members are trained, motivated, and empowered to deliver guest satisfaction.
Evaluate each restaurant’s QSC standards; provide feedback and coaching, and conduct periodic restaurant inspections.
Communicate customer comments and concerns to the appropriate Restaurant Manager and follow up to ensure timely, effective handling.
Ensure General Managers and GMITs receive appropriate orientation, training, and development opportunities.
Train, coach, and provide regular positive and corrective performance feedback to team members.
Evaluate the performance of General Managers and GMITs against communicated standards and expectations.
Provide appropriate and effective counseling and discipline.
Train and follow up on new products, programs, and changes.
Recruit General Managers and GMITs, prepare team members for promotion, and match management skills and abilities to restaurant needs.
Analyze business performance and initiate corrective action when results deviate from financial expectations.
Support company-wide marketing programs and evaluate local restaurant marketing strategies developed by the Marketing Department.
Ensure business and personnel practices comply with the law and company policies and procedures.
Serve as a role model in business and personnel management.
Negotiate vendor contracts for the district and follow the company contract approval process.
Uphold food safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements to protect guests and team members.