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General Manager - Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)

The Restaurant Zone
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026

We are a rapidly expanding, culture-first restaurant group looking for a dynamic General Manager to lead our high-volume location near a bustling college campus. We believe in real food and real impact, curating a menu that prioritizes local sourcing and inclusive vegetarian/vegan options.


Why Join Us?

  • Fast-growing brand with immediate room for career advancement.
  • A vibrant, high-energy campus demographic.
  • A supportive leadership team that values your operational input.


What's In It For You:

  • Competitive pay: $23-25 (per hour) Performance Bonus
  • Health Benefits
  • 2 weeks PTO annually (with blackout periods)
  • Seasonal downtime for training, planning, and growth
  • Be part of a nationally expanding brand with promotion opportunities


What You’ll Do:

  • Lead daily operations for both FOH & BOH
  • Drive results across P&L, labor, and food cost
  • Hire, train, and motivate a team (many of whom are students)
  • Represent the brand on the campus and community


What We’re Looking For:

  • 3 years of restaurant management experience (fast-casual or full-service)
  • Strong operational & financial management skills
  • Hands-on leadership style — ready to roll up your sleeves


For immediate consideration, APPLY TODAY!

Company Description
The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.

Salary : $23 - $25

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