General Manager - Five Guys Alcoa

Lifes Food LLC dba Five Guys Burgers and Fries•Alcoa, TN

7d•$58,000 - $63,000•Onsite

About The Position

Life's Food, a premier Five Guys franchisee with 35 locations, is seeking a General Manager for their location in Alcoa. This role is for a high-energy leader who wants to run their restaurant like a high-performance business, focusing on building a legendary team culture while maintaining a keen eye on the bottom line. The company emphasizes an entrepreneurial ownership approach, providing leaders with the tools and autonomy to manage their "four walls" effectively. Life's Food is a growing, people-first franchise group that believes in taking care of its leaders.

Requirements

2+ years of Leadership: Experience in high-volume restaurant or hospitality management.
Financial Fluency: You understand P&Ls and know how to move the needle on controllable expenses.
Natural Coach: You have a track record of developing talent and building strong teams.
Hands-on Grit: You are comfortable in a fast-paced, high-heat, hands-on leadership role.
Flexibility: Willingness to work a schedule that meets the needs of the business (days, nights, weekends).

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and inspire a "Five Guys" caliber crew.
Create an environment where people want to work and customers want to return.
Lead from the front—be the energy on the line during the rush.
Master the P&L: Execute strategies to optimize labor and minimize food cost (COGS).
Operational Precision: Ensure 100% compliance with safety, security, and brand standards.
Proactive Management: Treat every dollar spent in the restaurant like it’s your own.