General Manager - 1932

Five Guys • Lakewood, CO

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About The Position

The General Manager leads a Five Guys restaurant, creating a positive workplace for the team and delivering an excellent customer experience through great food and service. The role includes responsibility for restaurant financial results and maintaining high standards. Five Guys emphasizes teamwork, a willingness to pitch in, and leadership grounded in its core convictions: remain humble, exceed expectations, always do the right thing, and lead by example.

Most locations operate from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and do not have drive-thrus. The position starts at $65,000 annually and is eligible for performance-based bonuses focused on food safety, financial success, and customer experience. Team members working during the two weekly secret-shop shifts are also eligible for the related rewards.

General Managers may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid Family Bonding Leave, with eligibility and duration based on time with the company and immediate eligibility upon hire. Five Guys also describes customizable benefits and opportunities for career growth as it plans more than 1,000 new locations across North America.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of leadership experience in the restaurant industry with responsibility for financial results.
• A customer-focused approach and enthusiasm for serving food with a positive attitude.
• Honesty, energy, motivation, and a fun, team-oriented manner.
• Ability to set high standards for oneself and the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead restaurant operations and take responsibility for financial results.
• Create a great place to work for the team.
• Deliver an excellent customer experience by serving high-quality food with a welcoming attitude.
• Set high standards for personal and team performance.
• Lead by example and pitch in as needed.
• Support food safety, financial success, and customer experience goals.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Up to 12 weeks of paid Family Bonding Leave for eligible General Managers, based on time with the company, with immediate eligibility upon hire
• Performance-based bonus rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed