General Manager

Jim 'N Nick's Careers • Clarksville, TN

3d

About The Position

The General Manager leads a high-volume, full-service Bar-B-Q restaurant, delivering genuine Southern hospitality and memorable guest experiences while building a strong, respectful team. The role oversees daily restaurant operations, food quality, service, safety, cleanliness, staffing, and execution of company systems and standards. The General Manager also drives year-over-year sales and guest-count growth, manages labor, inventory, and cost of goods, and works with the catering team to strengthen community connections and grow sales. This is a hands-on, high-energy role in a live kitchen and dining room.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of high-volume, full-service restaurant experience at the general manager level.
• Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong financial acumen, with a focus on year-over-year growth, cost management, and guest metrics.
• Clear, candid communication with guests, team members, and leadership.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• Some college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly, respond urgently to feedback, and resolve issues in ways that encourage guests to return.
• Model and reinforce genuine Southern hospitality on every shift.
• Recruit, develop, and retain strong team members from the community.
• Create and maintain a safe, respectful, harassment-free workplace.
• Coach team members on food quality, service standards, safety, and pride in the food.
• Develop a strong leadership and staffing bench.
• Ensure consistent execution of systems, standards, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, fully stocked operation from the smoker to the front door.
• Plan proactively and adapt to changing business needs.
• Drive year-over-year sales growth and guest-count increases through operational excellence and community connection.
• Manage labor, inventory, and cost of goods; build and execute action plans to improve results.
• Use the catering team to deepen community relationships and build sales.
• Schedule the right people at the right times.

Benefits

• Competitive General Manager base salary of $80,000–$95,000 plus a monthly car allowance.
• Monthly General Manager bonus opportunity, with bonuses paid monthly.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• 401(k) plan with an annual discretionary employer match, subject to plan eligibility requirements.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Two weeks of paid vacation beginning in the first year, with additional time earned with service.
• Bar-B-Q Family Fund support during unexpected hardship.
• Growth opportunities from General Manager to Managing Partner to Local Owner and beyond.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED