AeroCareers Job Posting: Restaurant General Manager - Quick Hire! at Zaxby's. This is a Full-Time role in Knoxville, TN, USA, TN. Salary: Negotiable.

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Restaurant General Manager - Quick Hire!

Posted on October 24, 2025

Knoxville, TN, USA, TN Full-Time Negotiable
Zaxbys is a popular fast-casual restaurant chain known for its chicken wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and salads. Founded in 1990, Zaxbys has grown to become a beloved destination where guests not only enjoy delicious food but also cherish moments spent with friends and family in a warm and friendly atmosphere. With a strong emphasis on quality, community, and hospitality, Zaxbys prides itself on being more than just a place to eat—it’s a place to create memories and have fun. The company culture reflects its commitment to employee satisfaction, growth opportunities, and maintaining high standards across all its locations. As a General Manager at Zaxbys, you will play a crucial role in leading your team to success, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring the daily operations run smoothly. This position involves providing strong leadership and guidance, working closely with staff to build morale, and upholding the company’s brand standards. Your responsibilities will include overseeing staffing, team member development, sales growth, cost management, and the overall guest experience. You will be instrumental in driving profitability by implementing effective operational strategies and maintaining excellence in service and product quality. The role also comes with significant benefits and competitive compensation including a bonus potential paid quarterly up to 24% of the annual salary, free meals, paid time off, paid holidays, and access to a comprehensive benefits package. Team members are encouraged to advance their careers with opportunities for growth within the company. At Zaxbys, General Managers are expected to complete all requisite training programs such as the General Manager Development Plan, Operations Excellence Capstone Class, and relevant certifications. In this position, you will be responsible for creating staffing schedules, conducting interviews, hiring qualified candidates, and conducting performance reviews for your crew and management teams. You will ensure compliance with all company policies and legal regulations while managing restaurant safety standards. Your role will require you to foster community relationships to increase sales, control operating costs, and enhance the customer experience. You will handle guest and team member concerns with professionalism and will lead by example to inspire your team. This role demands flexibility, strong organizational and leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service and results. Zaxbys is dedicated to supporting their team members with a positive culture, career development, and comprehensive training to ensure their success.
  • must be 21 years of age or older
  • must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation
  • open availability and the ability to work a minimum of 5 days and 48 hours per week
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • successful completion of background check and motor vehicle report
  • must possess leadership qualities, organizational skills, and ability to interact cooperatively with others
  • required minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent
  • 3-5 years management experience required
  • restaurant management experience preferred