General Manager

Base pay $45,000 plus bonus programs.

This is a story about growing up but never getting old. 

Since day-one when our founder, Jimmy, opened his first Jimmy John’s sandwich shop, we’ve had the determination and badassery to settle for nothing less than the best. We are in early every morning baking fresh bread and slicing vegetables, and we’re not afraid to have a little (or a lot) of fun along the way. We succeed together as a family because let’s be honest, nobody can compete with the Rockstars of Jimmy John’s. 

General Manager Jimmy John’s

Build a great team. Run a great store. Make your mark.

A great restaurant starts with a great General Manager. Someone who brings energy, sets clear expectations, and gets the team moving together—even when the lunch rush hits.

We’re looking for a hands-on leader who takes pride in their store, develops their people, and takes responsibility for the results. If you enjoy a fast pace, solving problems, and watching your team get better, we want to meet you.

What you’ll own

As General Manager, you’ll lead daily operations and help your store grow. That means:

• Build the team: Recruit, hire, train, and coach people who care about doing a good job.
• Lead from the floor: Work alongside your crew, keep shifts organized, and set the standard for speed, accuracy, cleanliness, and service.
• Know your numbers: Manage scheduling, labor, food costs, inventory, and waste. Understand what drives profitability and take action.
• Grow sales: Help turn first-time guests into regulars and support catering and local community outreach.
• Create accountability: Give clear direction, recognize strong performance, and address issues early.
• Develop future leaders: Train shift managers who can confidently run the store and support the team.

Who thrives here

You’re dependable, organized, and comfortable making decisions. You can coach someone through a mistake, handle a tough conversation, and keep your cool during a busy shift.

You follow through. When something needs attention, you take initiative and get it handled.

Restaurant management experience is preferred. Strong leadership, a willingness to learn, and pride in your work matter here.

What success looks like

A team that knows what’s expected. Customers who come back. A clean, well-run store. Food and labor costs under control. And managers you’ve developed who are ready for more responsibility.

Why join us?

• A leadership role with a direct impact on your store’s performance.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Employee discounts.*
• A fast-paced environment where initiative and follow-through matter.

Ready to lead? Apply today and tell us about a team you’ve helped succeed.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States and meet the position’s age and experience requirements.

Each Jimmy John’s franchisee is an independent employer responsible for hiring decisions and employment-related matters at its restaurants. “Company,” “Jimmy John’s,” “we,” “our,” and “us” refer to the entity that owns and operates the restaurant to which you are applying. Jimmy John’s and its franchisees are equal opportunity employers.

Benefits are subject to availability and eligibility requirements.

We slice our all-natural* meats and fresh veggies in-house every day. Our fresh-baked bread is made right here where you can see it, and our house-made tuna salad is fresh every day. The flavor of a ripe tomato, crisp shredded lettuce, combined with fresh-baked bread, fresh-sliced meat and real Hellmann's® mayo - that's when the magic happens. Made with love every single day since 1983. That's Jimmy Fresh!

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