Restaurant General Manager - Little Rock, AR

Fazoli's is a renowned fast-casual restaurant brand that champions a simple yet profound purpose: to enhance the lives of those they touch, one breadstick at a time. Established with a deep commitment to great guest service and quality food offerings, Fazoli's provides a warm, welcoming environment where guests and team members alike can share memorable experiences. Known for their signature hot and fresh garlic breadsticks, the company has set itself apart with a culture rooted in care, respect, and community involvement. With a focus on integrity, leadership, and teamwork, Fazoli's continues to grow as a leader in the fast-casual dining sector, promising an inclusive atmosphere where smiles and enthusiasm brighten every day. The role of General Manager at Fazoli's is a pivotal position imbued with ultimate responsibility for the daily success and operational excellence of an individual restaurant location. This full-time leadership role is designed for a motivated individual ready to lead through example and uphold the brand’s core values. As a key driver of business performance, the General Manager commands the entire operation—from guest services and sales to human resources and facilities maintenance. This position demands a strong leader capable of recruiting, training, developing, and retaining a team of passionate associates who deliver exceptional service in alignment with Fazoli's ethos. The role requires a hands-on approach, embracing integrity and the highest standards of excellence in executing the brand’s concept flawlessly. Faced with the challenges of managing a business exceeding $1 million in annual sales, the General Manager must demonstrate business acumen, fostering an environment where teamwork leads to consistent improvements and upward momentum. Competitive spirit and the pursuit of excellence are critical to thrive in this role, with a focus on continuous improvement and making each day better than the last. The General Manager’s influence extends beyond the restaurant walls, cultivating relationships and community presence, ensuring Fazoli’s remains a landmark of quality and care in the fast-casual dining world. This role requires flexibility, including the availability to work all shifts during operating hours and the willingness to transfer or assist other Fazoli's locations as needed. Fazoli's General Managers step into a dynamic, supportive environment where leadership skills are nurtured, and career growth avenues are plentiful, establishing a rewarding pathway for restaurant management professionals.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Minimum age 18 years or older
• 3+ years previous General Manager experience for external candidates
• 1+ years experience as a successful Fazoli’s Assistant General Manager for internal candidates
• Open availability to work all shifts during restaurant hours
• Flexibility to transfer or assist other Fazoli’s restaurants as needed