New:General Manager Cedar Rapids 3-Quick Hire! in Cedar Rapids,IA,USA

Hardee's is a well-established, nationally recognized quick service restaurant chain that specializes in delivering high-quality, fresh-burger meals in a family-friendly environment. With numerous locations spread across the country, Hardee's prides itself on its commitment to customer satisfaction, team development, and community involvement. Each restaurant operates as a vital hub for the brand's values, focused on creating an enjoyable dining experience while maintaining operational excellence and financial success. The company culture emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and a strong dedication to quality service and product standards. The General Manager role at Hardee's is key to overseeing one of the brand's 36 family restaurants. This vital leadership position accounts for managing and directing restaurant operations, ensuring the team is guest-focused, cohesive, and well-connected to the local community. Reporting to the District Manager, the General Manager supervises Restaurant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Crew, guaranteeing that all personnel are executing their roles effectively and meeting performance expectations. This role also involves executing and supporting the business plan tailored for the specific restaurant to maximize profitability and brand presence. This position demands a dynamic individual who is adept at balancing multiple facets of restaurant management including financial performance, staffing, quality control, safety, and marketing efforts. The General Manager is charged with increasing the restaurant's financial profitability by analyzing business performance and taking corrective action when necessary. Maintaining the highest standards of quality, service, and cleanliness are critical to ensuring complete customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the General Manager oversees recruitment, training, performance management, and internal communications to foster a motivated and high-performing team. Operationally, the General Manager ensures appropriate staffing levels to meet guest flow demands and that all sanitation, safety, and security policies are fully implemented and enforced. Maintenance of building and equipment, along with ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, falls under their jurisdiction. They are also responsible for inventory management to meet company standards, cash handling, and local store marketing initiatives to enhance business visibility and community engagement. Success in this role requires excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. The General Manager must possess the ability to resolve problems effectively while maintaining a high sense of urgency and self-motivation. This is a full-time leadership role typically requiring varied working hours to oversee all aspects of restaurant operations successfully. The position is ideal for individuals with management experience in quick-service dining, sound financial aptitude including budgeting and P&L management, and a passion for fostering a high integrity workforce focused on exemplary customer service.

• At least 2 years of college in business, hospitality management or related field or equivalent related experience
• 3-5 years management experience in a quick service dining concept
• valid driver's license and good driving record
• basic knowledge of computers
• ability to work varied hours and days to oversee restaurant operations