JobsUSAGeneral Manager
Company : Steak 'n Shake
Location : Decatur, IL, 62526
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Management
Occupation : General Manager
Job Details
General Manager
Lead a restaurant at the forefront of QSR innovation. At Steak 'n Shake, we're blending our rich heritage with bold innovation to redefine what a quick-service experience can be with a relentless focus on hospitality, ensuring every guest feels welcome, valued, and cared for. As a General Manager, you won't just manage, you'll lead from the front. This is a hands-on leadership role for those who take pride in operational excellence, team development, change management and getting results through doing the work, not just directing it.
If you're a seasoned QSR leader looking to grow into ownership, this could be your pathway. Top-performing GMs are eligible to join our Franchise Partner Program an opportunity to own and operate your own Steak 'n Shake with long-term financial and personal rewards.
Restaurant Leadership & Operations
- Lead by exampleactively working the line, prepping food, maintaining cleanliness, and serving guests.
- Wear a professional uniform dailyshirt and tie or collared blousesetting the tone for team presentation.
- Ensure operational excellence across all shifts: opening, mid-day, and closing.
- Uphold all brand standards, food safety practices, and service protocols.
Financial Performance
- Own the P&L: manage food costs, control inventory, verify invoices, and eliminate waste.
- Drive labor efficiency with smart scheduling, cross-training, and station versatility.
- Proactively monitor and reduce shrinkage through strong controls and real-time coaching.
Inventory & Supply Chain Control
- Oversee inventory from the back door to the front line.
- Conduct regular inventory counts with attention to accuracy and waste reduction.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships and ensure tight invoice and delivery protocols.
Team Building & Development
- Recruit, train, and retain top hourly talent.
- Build a cross-functional team trained across multiple stations to maximize labor productivity.
- Inspire a high-performing culture centered on hospitality, accountability, and consistency.
- Provide clear feedback and coaching tied to operational standards and results.
Performance & Process Management
- Use metrics to drive decision-making: speed of service, food quality, guest satisfaction, and labor costs.
- Reinforce systems and SOPs that create repeatable success.
- Take pride in developing a restaurant that's clean, efficient, and welcoming.
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of QSR or fast-casual restaurant management experience required.
- Proven history of consistent work tenure and reliable leadership.
- Deep understanding of food cost management, labor optimization, and operational KPIs.
- Hands-on leadershipcomfortable working the drive through or grill when needed.
- Tech-savvy with POS systems, inventory platforms, and invoice tools.
- Strong physical stamina: can lift 50 lbs., stay on your feet all day, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Professionalism that extends to your LinkedIn profile (if you have one) and resume both should tell the same story.
- Track record in driving hospitality excellence and navigating change in a team setting.
What Success Looks Like
- Your restaurant consistently exceeds goals for costs, guest satisfaction, and cleanliness.
- Your team is engaged, well-trained, and delivers fast, friendly service with pride.
- You maintain a polished, energetic presence setting the tone every shift.
- Your store becomes a top performer and you're invited into the Franchise Partner Program.
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