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Restaurant General Manager

Freddy's of Iowa
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2027
Job Description:

Shift: First Shift,Second Shift,Third Shift,Rotating,After School,Weekend,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun

WHY JOIN FREDDY'S OF IOWA?

At MLY Investments, LLC, we are passionate about building a true Freddy's Family - where leaders thrive, team members grow, and careers are made. We invest heavily in training and development and promote from within - many of our General Managers started as Shift Supervisors or Assistant Managers!
If you are ready to take your leadership career to the next level in a positive, growing company, we'd love to meet you.

PERKS & BENEFITS

Salary Range: $50,000 to $65,000 base plus bonus

  • Highly competitive salary
  • Monthly & quarterly bonus program
  • Net Profit Partnership Program
  • Next-Day Pay available
  • Flexible scheduling
  • No late nights or overnights
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) program (for eligible employees - must be age 21 with 3 months of service)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 100% manager meal discount
  • Partial gym membership reimbursement - support for a healthy lifestyle
  • Company outings and seminars
  • Opportunities for advancement - we promote from within!
  • Fun, supportive team culture

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a General Manager, you will:
  • Lead all aspects of daily restaurant operations
  • Coach, train, and develop your management team and team members
  • Build a culture of excellence in guest service and food quality
  • Drive sales growth and profitability
  • Manage financial reporting, inventory, labor, and scheduling
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards
  • Recruit, interview, and hire top talent
  • Create a fun, fast-paced, and fulfilling work environment
  • Foster a culture of pride, service, and attention to detail
Experience and Skills:

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Prior experience in restaurant general management or multi-unit leadership
  • Proven success in guest service, team building, and people development
  • Strong leadership skills - ability to coach, direct, and motivate a team
  • Strong attention to detail, quality standards, and organizational skills
  • Financial acumen - experience with inventory, scheduling, labor management, P&Ls, and spreadsheets
  • Aptitude for learning, coaching, and collaboration
  • Focus on driving sales and profitability
  • Positive attitude, team-first mindset, and eagerness to grow
  • Flexible availability - including evenings, nights, and weekends
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Ability to stand/walk for shifts (up to 8-10 hours if needed)
  • Ability to lift up to 55 lbs
  • Comfortable with bending, stooping, and occasional ladder use
  • Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
  • Background check required

REQUIREMENTS

ABOUT MLY INVESTMENTS, LLC - FREDDY'S OF IOWA

At MLY Investments, LLC, we operate multiple Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers locations across Iowa and Illinois - and we are growing!
We believe in creating a true Freddy's Family where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. We invest heavily in comprehensive training at every level and are passionate about promoting from within - many of our leaders started as Team Members and grew into management roles.
Our Freddy's Family delivers fresh, made-to-order, craveable food with genuine hospitality, creating a fun and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team.
If you want to be part of a workplace where you can grow your career, make a positive impact, and have fun along the way, we would love to meet you.
Job Benefits:

Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Discount
  • Contests
  • Bonus

From: Freddy's of Iowa

Benefits:

Employee Discounts, Job Training, Reduced or Flexible Hours

Salary : $50,000 - $65,000

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