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Exciting Opportunity – Jack in the Box is Coming to Perry, GA!
Be a part of something new from the very beginning!
Jack in the Box is expanding to Perry, Georgia, and we are seeking an experienced, motivated, and results-driven General Manager to lead the opening and ongoing operations of our newest restaurant.
Location: Perry, GA (262 Perry Parkway, Perry, GA 31069 area – new restaurant opening)
This is a unique opportunity for a proven restaurant leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and driving profitability.
As the General Manager, you will play a key role in the successful launch of the restaurant by recruiting and developing team members, establishing a strong culture, implementing operational standards, and ensuring the restaurant is positioned for long-term success.
We are looking for a hands-on leader with a strong ownership mentality who has experience managing restaurant operations, labor and food costs, inventory, staffing, training, and financial performance.
If you're excited about leading a brand-new restaurant opening and making a lasting impact in the Perry community, we encourage you to apply today and grow with a nationally recognized brand.
Training Requirements:
- 4-week training (must be willing to travel to the Hinesville, GA location for training)
- Jack in the Box Restaurant Manager Development Plan
- Food Safety & Manager Certification
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily restaurant operations
- Hire, train, develop, and lead team members and managers
- Manage labor costs, food costs, inventory, and profitability
- Maintain excellent customer service and operational standards
- Ensure cleanliness, food safety, and brand standards are consistently met
- Conduct inventory management and ordering
- Analyze restaurant performance and implement action plans
- Drive sales growth and team accountability
- Lead a successful grand opening and continued operational growth
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- SERV Safe Certification required
- Minimum 5 years of restaurant management experience required
- Minimum 2 years of General Manager experience in QSR or high-volume restaurant environment preferred
- Strong understanding of: Food cost management, Labor cost management &
- COGS (Cost of Goods Sold)
- P&L statements
- Inventory management and controls
- Scheduling and staffing efficiencies
- Must be able to travel for training and company needs
- Must have open availability, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and lead in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated with a strong ownership mentality
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Paid training
- Paid vacation
- Growth opportunities within a growing organization
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to grow with future locations
If you are a strong operator who thrives on building teams, driving results, and leading from the front, we encourage you to apply and help us successfully launch Jack in the Box in Perry, Georgia.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- How many years of General Manager experience do you have in a QSR or high-volume restaurant environment?
- Describe your experience managing P&L statements, labor costs, and food costs.
- Have you previously led a restaurant grand opening or new store opening? Describe your role.
- Describe your experience managing inventory, ordering, and controlling COGS.
- What is the largest team you have directly managed? How did you lead and develop them?
- Describe your experience with staffing, scheduling, and reducing employee turnover.
- Are you willing to travel for a required 4-week training program in Hinesville, GA and maintain open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays?
- Why are you interested in leading the opening of a new Jack in the Box location, and what would be your top priorities during the first 90 days?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- SERV Safe Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000