General Manager - Five Guys Knoxville (Northshore Town Center)
About The Position
General Manager – Five Guys (Life’s Food Franchise) At Life’s Food, we don’t just hire managers; we partner with leaders. As a premier Five Guys franchisee with 35 locations, we are looking for a General Manager in Knoxville who wants to run their restaurant like a high-performance business. We aren't looking for someone to hide in an office. We want a high-energy leader who can build a legendary team culture while maintaining a "shrewd" eye on the bottom line. The Life’s Food Advantage: The P.A.C.E. Bonus Most restaurants offer "profit sharing," but we do it better. We reward your efficiency through our P.A.C.E. Program (Profit After Controllable Expenses). Why P.A.C.E. is a game-changer for you: You’re in Control: Your bonus isn't impacted by fixed costs like rent or taxes. It is based entirely on the variables you control: Labor, Food Waste, and Operating Expenses. No "Corporate Ceiling": When you run a lean, efficient, and high-volume shop, you see the direct results in your paycheck. Entrepreneurial Ownership: We give you the tools and the autonomy to manage your "four walls" like an owner. What Else Is In It For You? The "Car Program": A fully-funded company car program available to high-performing, tenured GMs. Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance. Future Wealth: 401(k) with a generous Company Match. Support System: In-store chaplain support and a clear, supportive path for career advancement. Balanced Life: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and free meals on every shift.
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).
- Ensure 100% compliance with safety, security, and brand standards.
- Treat every dollar spent in the restaurant like it’s your own.
Benefits
- A fully-funded company car program available to high-performing, tenured GMs.
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance.
- 401(k) with a generous Company Match.
- In-store chaplain support and a clear, supportive path for career advancement.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and free meals on every shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
