What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Manager- Restaurant position at Pressed Cafe?
About Us
At Pressed Cafe, we believe exceptional food and drink start with quality ingredients and a passion for hospitality. Our all-day menu features Mediterranean-inspired dishes made with fresh, local ingredients, paired with great coffee and fast, friendly service.
Pressed Cafe is an emerging, high-growth premium quick-casual restaurant company with a strong regional presence and exciting expansion plans. With multiple locations today and an aggressive development pipeline, we are building the infrastructure to scale significantly over the next several years. As a founder-led organization, we remain deeply committed to hospitality, culture, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
At the heart of everything we do is our mission: Great People, Great Food, Great Coffee.
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven District Manager to oversee the operations of multiple restaurant locations within a designated territory. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with a proven track record in multi-unit restaurant management, team development, operational excellence, and driving financial performance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that each location delivers exceptional guest experiences while meeting company standards and goals.
What You’ll Do
Operational Oversight
- Oversee daily operations for all restaurants in the assigned district, ensuring adherence to brand standards, operational procedures, and health & safety regulations.
- Conduct regular site visits to evaluate store performance, cleanliness, food quality, and customer service.
Team Leadership & Development
- Hire, coach, and develop General Managers and Assistant Managers.
- Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback and performance evaluations.
- Foster a strong leadership culture that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and growth.
Financial & Performance Management
- Analyze and manage P&Ls, budgets, labor, and food costs to achieve profitability goals.
- Develop and implement strategies to drive sales, increase traffic, and optimize operational efficiencies.
- Review performance metrics (KPIs) and guide underperforming stores to improvement.
Customer Experience
- Ensure a consistent and exceptional guest experience across all locations.
- Resolve escalated customer complaints and support restaurant teams in managing guest satisfaction.
Training & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all operational, HR, legal, and food safety standards.
- Support and execute company training programs and rollouts of new initiatives or systems.
Strategic Initiatives
- Collaborate with senior leadership to implement company-wide initiatives, promotions, and process improvements.
- Participate in strategic planning for district growth, including new store openings and renovations.
What You Bring
- 3–5 years of multi-unit restaurant management experience (QSR, fast casual, or full-service).
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, people-first management style.
- Deep understanding of restaurant operations, including staffing, scheduling, training, and financial management.
- Proficient in analyzing financial reports and making data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to travel frequently within the district.
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.