Fast Casual General Manager

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Company Goodwin Recruiting
Location Decatur, Georgia
Category Management
Employment Type Full-time
Posted on April 4, 2026
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Job Description

We’re searching for an entrepreneurial General Manager who thrives in the trenches and thinks like an owner. This Bench GM position supports several locations while positioning you for a permanent store and meaningful career growth.


Restaurant General Manager Mentality

  • Owner mindset: problems get solved
  • You show up early and make it happen
  • You take pride in financial results, team culture, and community presence
  • You’re looking for a long-term GM career, not a quick promotion


Restaurant General Manager Expectations:

  • Lead daily operations hands-on (open, close, peak periods)
  • Own food quality, recipe execution, cleanliness, and guest experience
  • Hire, train, coach, and retain high-performing teams
  • Execute catering orders accurately and on time
  • Drive sales through community involvement and local marketing
  • Manage P&L, labor, COGS, inventory, and cost controls
  • Serve as the point person for operational issues—anytime they arise

Restaurant General Manager Must Have:

  • Fast-casual leadership experience in a fresh, scratch or recipe-driven concept
  • Strong financial acumen (labor, COGS, margins, action planning)
  • High accountability, consistency, and follow-through
  • Comfortable being a successful GM for several years
  • ServSafe certified (or willing to obtain)
  • Reliable transportation and flexibility in schedule

Comp & Growth

  • Bench role supports multiple locations initially
  • Bonus structure begins once placed into a permanent store
  • Operating Partners earn bonus
  • Significant long-term growth potential within the organization