General Manager
Posted on December 22, 2025
Checkers & Rally's is a leading quick service restaurant (QSR) chain known for delivering quality food and exceptional service. With a strong reputation for delicious, affordable meals, the brand has built a loyal customer base across numerous franchise locations. Operating within the fast-paced fast-food industry, Checkers & Rally's combines innovative menu options with a commitment to excellent guest experiences, driven by a dedicated team of professionals. The company values integrity, service, excellence, and bold growth, striving to be the first choice for both guests and employees alike. As part of its corporate field operations team, Checkers & Rally's focuses on supporting its franchisees, teams, and guests, making a meaningful difference in their lives on a daily basis.
The General Manager plays a vital role in executing the restaurant plan by managing day-to-day operations to meet sales and profit goals while ensuring first-rate guest and team service. This leadership position requires strong financial acumen for managing all aspects of the profit and loss statement, from budgeting and cost control to revenue generation. The General Manager analyzes operational data to create and implement strategic plans that boost sales, increase profits, and improve the overall efficiency and service levels of the restaurant. Managing staffing needs is also a critical function, as the General Manager is responsible for hiring suitable candidates and ensuring shifts are staffed to maintain smooth operations and high guest satisfaction.
Training and development of team members and managers on restaurant policies, operational procedures, and guest service standards are another essential responsibility. The General Manager actively responds to complaints and policy violations, provides regular employee feedback and coaching, and fosters a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for both employees and guests. This role demands a high-energy individual comfortable working a flexible schedule that may include extended hours, accustomed to the intensity of a fast-paced QSR environment. Embracing Checkers & Rally's core values is crucial, including integrity, service excellence, courage, and a commitment to growth and bold innovation.
In return, Checkers & Rally's offers rich career development opportunities, comprehensive training, and a culture centered on personal and professional growth. Employees benefit from competitive medical and dental plans, recognition programs, bonuses, and incentives including unique rewards like an all-expenses-paid annual cruise. The General Manager position is a key leadership role where an enthusiastic individual can thrive, drive restaurant success, and contribute meaningfully to the brand's legacy of operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Over 2 years restaurant management experience
- Food Safety Certified preferred
- Basic math skills
- Microsoft Office and general systems experience
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to work flexible schedule and extended hours
- High energy to keep up with fast paced environment
- Commitment to core values of integrity, service, excellence, and courage to be bold and grow