General Manager Kennewick WA NON EXEMPT

Burgerville•Kennewick, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Help open Burgerville's new restaurant in Kennewick, Washington, anticipated in early 2027. As General Manager, you will build the opening team and lead daily operations, focusing on food quality, guest experience, and staff development. You will work with your District Manager to prepare for opening and create a workplace grounded in Burgerville's mission, Serve with Love. This is a non-exempt role with competitive hourly pay, overtime eligibility, and bonus potential. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, free food, specialized training, and opportunities for career growth, subject to eligibility and plan terms. The role requires availability for varied shifts, including openings, closings, and weekends. It includes travel to other Burgerville restaurants in Oregon and Washington for training and support, including preparation before opening. Work involves standing and walking for extended periods, operating restaurant equipment, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Burgerville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Two to three years as a high-performing Burgerville Assistant Manager, or two to three years of restaurant industry experience.
A record of developing people and achieving restaurant results.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Confidence using restaurant technology, schedules, spreadsheets, and business reports.
A high school diploma or GED.
A food handler card and First Aid certification; Burgerville provides required First Aid certification at no cost.
Availability for varied shifts, including openings, closings, and weekends.
Ability to travel to other Burgerville restaurants in Oregon and Washington for training and support, including preparation before opening.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, operate restaurant equipment, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

A degree in hospitality or a related field.

Responsibilities

Recruit, onboard, train, and coach the opening team; develop future restaurant leaders.
Lead on the restaurant floor and uphold food quality, food safety, order accuracy, and guest service standards.
Manage sales, labor, food cost, inventory, waste, and cash controls to support restaurant results.
Build schedules and position people to match guest demand; coach the team throughout the shift.
Maintain a safe, clean restaurant, follow company policies, and build positive relationships with the team and community.
Work with the District Manager to prepare for opening.