District Manager - Quick Service Restaurants Job at Leap Brands in Dayton

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and people-focused District Manager to oversee a group of quick-service restaurants within a defined region. The District Manager will be responsible for driving sales growth, ensuring operational excellence, developing top-performing teams, and maintaining a strong focus on guest satisfaction. This individual will act as a key business leader and brand ambassador, ensuring that every restaurant delivers consistent service, quality, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily operations and performance across quick-service restaurant locations.
• Ensure each location operates in full compliance with company policies, brand standards, and local health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate service quality, food consistency, cleanliness, and overall guest experience.
• Partner with the operations leadership team to identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement across all units.

Financial & Business Management

• Manage the P&L for all restaurants within the district; monitor labor, food cost, and controllable expenses.
• Develop and execute action plans to achieve sales growth, profitability, and operational goals.
• Analyze financial and operational reports to identify performance gaps and implement corrective strategies.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor General Managers and their leadership teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, teamwork, and hospitality.
• Implement succession planning to ensure future leadership within the district.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching to build leadership capability at every level.

Guest Experience & Brand Standards

• Champion a guest-first culture focused on exceptional hospitality and food quality.
• Address escalated guest issues promptly and professionally.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to elevate the dining experience and ensure consistent brand representation.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Marketing, HR, Training, and Culinary teams to support new initiatives, promotions, and menu launches.
• Support the opening of new restaurants and ensure smooth transitions into the district.
• Collaborate with Facilities and Development teams to oversee remodels, repairs, and ongoing maintenance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of multi-unit leadership experience in quick service restaurants
• Proven track record of leading 5–10 restaurants and delivering strong financial results.
• Deep understanding of restaurant operations, P&L management, and service excellence.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to inspire diverse teams.
• Analytical and strategic thinker who can translate data into actionable insights.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, people-driven, hospitality-focused environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the district.