General Manager – McDonald’s
Location: Lakewood Ranch, FL
Compensation: $60,000–$70,000 base + monthly and quarterly KPI bonus
About the Opportunity
Our client is a second-generation, family-owned McDonald’s franchise group that has operated 20+ restaurants across the Tampa Bay area for more than 20 years. They’ve built their reputation on operational excellence, including Ray Kroc Award recognition and 90%+ Ecosure scores across their restaurants. They also have a strong commitment to giving back through Ronald McDonald House Charities and first-responder programs.
As General Manager, you’ll be the senior leader in your restaurant, accountable for profitability, McDonald’s QSC standards, and the development of every team member. You’ll pair high-volume operations strategy with daily floor presence, working alongside your Area Supervisor.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the Restaurant: Own daily operations, sales, and profitability across all dayparts. Uphold McDonald’s QSC standards, drive-thru speed, and guest experience.
- Own the P&L: Manage food, labor, and paper costs. Drive sales against budget and prior year. Read a period flash and act on it the same day.
- Build the Team: Recruit, hire, and develop Department Managers and Shift Managers to build a strong leadership pipeline.
- Champion Brand Standards: Hit McDonald’s KPI benchmarks (OEPE, R2P, EPb2b) and excel in Running Good Restaurant and Customer First Visit evaluations. Spend most of your week in position, modeling standards and giving real-time feedback.
- Grow the Community: Support the organization’s community mission and local marketing that strengthens the restaurant’s neighborhood presence.
What You Bring
- Previous McDonald’s General Manager experience, including high-volume restaurants
- A track record of hitting operational and financial targets, with measurable KPI improvement and cost-effective scheduling
- Proven ability to develop and promote Department Managers and Shift Leaders
- Strong communication with crew, leadership, and franchise-level audiences, and composure in a fast-paced environment
- Hamburger University graduate and ServSafe certification preferred
Why This Role
- $60K–$70K base salary plus monthly and quarterly KPI bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Complimentary shift meals
- Hamburger University access and tuition assistance
- A stable, award-winning, family-owned organization that invests in its people