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Dairy Queen

General Manager

Altoona, IA · On-site

The General Manager recruits, hires, trains, coaches, develops, and retains a best-in-class team of Smile Servers capable of delivering the Dairy Queen brand experience to our fans. This is a ...

Fourteen Foods

General Manager

Altoona, IA

The General Manager recruits, hires, trains, coaches, develops, and retains a best-in-class team of Smile Servers capable of delivering the Dairy Queen brand experience to our fans. This is a ...

Arona Home Essentials

General Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

Bernau Capital Partners

General Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

Arona Home Essentials

General Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

Arona Home Essentials

General Manager

Des Moines, IA

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

Arona Home Essentials

General Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

Arona Home Essentials

General Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

Arona Home Essentials

General Manager

Des Moines, IA

$100K/yr

Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and ... General Manager must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in ...

McDonald's

General Manager

Burlington, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

The Job for Me - Get a job that inspires your best and moves you forward. Choose your hours. Pursue ... The General Manager is responsible for running a profitable restaurant and for making sure the ...

McDonald's

General Manager

Mount Pleasant, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

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McDonald's

General Manager

Fairfield, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

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McDonald's

General Manager

Burlington, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

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McDonald's

General Manager

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

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McDonald's

General Manager

Fort Madison, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

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Fleet Farm

General Manager

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

Now Hiring: General Manager - Store Operations Location: May be based in any of our 50 retail ... Train, coach, and mentor the leadership team to develop consistent and Best in Class execution.

McDonald's

General Manager

Bettendorf, IA · On-site

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McDonald's

General Manager

Winterset, IA · On-site

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McDonald's

General Manager

Creston, IA · On-site

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General Manager

Altoona, IA • On-site

Dairy Queen
Food Services and Drinking Places • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 21 days ago

Dairy Queen rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 1,939 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


Position Overview:

The Dairy Queen General Manager is the ultimate leader of their store and has last line accountability for the successful operation, growth, and profitability of their Dairy Queen location. The General Manager provides leadership and direction to ensure the restaurant operates in accordance with all established policies, procedures, standards, Company values, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Restaurant General Manager maximizes sales and profitability through the execution of systems and processes that result in superior quality, service, and cleanliness.  The General Manager recruits, hires, trains, coaches, develops, and retains a best-in-class team of Smile Servers capable of delivering the Dairy Queen brand experience to our fans. This is a salaried position with an expected weekly commitment of 50 hours per week, which may change based on business demands. 

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years previous experience as a restaurant general manager or a similar role in food service leadership. 
  • Previous experience managing profit & loss (P&L), inventory, labor and scheduling. 
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Must successfully pass a background check and motor vehicle record check. 
  • Possession of Food Handler’s Permit and/or ServSafe Certification (where required).
  • Flexible availability based on business demands, including evenings, weekends and holidays. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English. 

 

Our Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being, including health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), flexible spending accounts, a variety of voluntary insurance options, food and shoe discounts, identity theft protection, daily pay, tuition reimbursement, anniversary recognition, an employee referral program, and bereavement leave. 

 

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About Dairy Queen

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Dairy Queen, located in Edina, Minnesota, is a popular chain within the fast-food industry that has served customers worldwide since its opening in 1940. Initially famous for its iconic soft-serve ice cream, the brand has significantly expanded its services and offerings over the years. It now provides an extensive menu of food items including burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, and various kinds of desserts. The core values of the Dairy Queen are rooted in combining delightful flavors with an enjoyable atmosphere guaranteeing customer satisfaction. The brand's mission is to create positive memories for all who touch DQ, as stated in the tagline "Fan Food, not Fast Food". Notable achievements include its impressive global presence with over 6,800 stores in 27 countries.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Bloomington, MN, US

Year founded

1940

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