General Manager
Start Your Leadership Journey with a Brand That Rocks!
At Jimmy John's , we're all about speed, quality, and passion. We're seeking an experienced and motivated General Manager to lead our crew, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and uphold the Jimmy John's standard of "Freaky Fast" excellence. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves building strong teams, and takes pride in running a clean, high-performing restaurant this is your opportunity to shine.
What You'll Do
- Lead all daily restaurant operations and ensure compliance with Jimmy John's standards
- Recruit, hire, train, and schedule a high-performing team
- Manage food safety, inventory, and cost of goods (COGS)
- Oversee cash handling, reporting, and labor management
- Deliver outstanding customer service and uphold brand excellence
- Motivate, coach, and develop team members for career growth
- Maintain a clean, organized, and positive work environment
- Set the tone for fun, fast, and professional service every day
What We're Looking For
18+ years of age with a valid driver's license and clean driving recordJimmy John's Manager Certification and ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)Leadership experience in restaurant management or fast casual dining preferredStrong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skillsProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook , and Adobe AcrobatAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentMust be able to perform and train in all in-store roles (Assistant Manager, Shift Manager, In-Shopper, Delivery Driver)Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 3040 lbs regularly throughout the shiftAbility to stand, bend, reach, and scoop for extended periodsComfortable working in walk-in coolers / freezers (temperatures 40F to -10F)Why Join Jimmy John's?
We're not your average sandwich shop we're a fast, fun, and people-first brand that believes in growth, integrity, and doing things the right way.
We Offer :
Competitive pay + monthly performance bonusesCareer advancement and leadership opportunitiesPaid hands-on training and certification programsA supportive, high-energy team cultureEmployee discounts on all menu itemsTraining Introduction
At Jimmy John's, we use a blended training approach to build the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in your role. Our Managers and in-store trainers called Brand Ambassadors provide hip-to-hip, hands-on training to show you exactly how to perform each task in our stores. We also use FAST TRACK , our Learning Management System (LMS), which delivers e-learning courses, job aids, and other operational tools to support your growth on your pathway to becoming a JJ ROCKSTAR . By combining hands-on learning with digital instruction , we'll get you ready to rock your first 30 days at Jimmy John's!
Work Schedule
8 hour shiftMonday to FridayDay shiftOvertimeSupplemental Pay
Bonus payBenefits
Paid time offEmployee discountPaid trainingProfit sharing