General Manager

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 record
• Jimmy John's Manager Certification and ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Leadership experience in restaurant management or fast casual dining preferred
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Must 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 shift
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and scoop for extended periods
• Comfortable 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 bonuses
• Career advancement and leadership opportunities
• Paid hands-on training and certification programs
• A supportive, high-energy team culture
• Employee discounts on all menu items

Training 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 shift
• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Profit sharing