Benefits:

Weekly Pay

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Training & development

At Layne’s, the bar is set high — and our leaders continue to set the bar higher. We work diligently to ensure every guest has the same positive experience every time they visit us.

We deliver Hot Food Fast, with exceptional guest service, and we aim for this experience to be Perfect Every Time (PET).

The Restaurant General Manager – Multi-Unit Leadership Track is for an experienced, high-performing restaurant leader who is ready to take the next step in their career.

This is more than a General Manager position. You will be responsible for leading one Layne’s restaurant while developing the leadership, operational, financial, and people-development skills necessary to eventually oversee multiple restaurants as a Multi-Unit Manager.

We are looking for someone who wants to build a career with Layne’s — someone who can lead a restaurant at a high level today while developing the leaders and business mindset required to lead multiple restaurants tomorrow.

The expectations are simple but impactful:

Lead by example. Develop leaders. Drive results. Protect the culture. Build the next generation of leaders. Prepare for more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all daily restaurant operations

Be fully trained and competent in all hourly and management positions

Develop, coach, and hold managers and team members accountable

Build a strong management team that can successfully operate the restaurant

Identify, coach, and develop future managers and leaders

Create a strong internal pipeline of talent for future growth

Manage labor, scheduling, and staffing to meet business needs

Ensure excellent execution of food quality, speed, cleanliness, and service

Maintain strong operational awareness — knowing what is happening at all times

Drive store performance using scorecards, reporting, and profitability metrics

Understand the financial performance of the restaurant and take action to improve results

Create positive guest interactions by being present and engaged on the floor

Uphold and exceed cleanliness standards in the front and kitchen

Utilize company documentation, systems, and checklists to ensure Perfect Every Time execution

Ensure accurate completion of administrative duties, inventory, and reporting

Lead by example to build and sustain a positive, high-performing company culture

Take ownership of the restaurant's performance and continuously look for ways to improve the business

Partner with leadership to execute company initiatives and maintain operational consistency

Demonstrate the ability to solve problems independently and make sound business decisions

Develop the ability to coach and influence other leaders, not just hourly team members

Represent the Layne’s brand and culture both inside and outside your restaurant

Multi-Unit Leadership Track

This position is specifically designed to develop a future Multi-Unit Manager.

As you demonstrate consistent performance as a General Manager, you will be given opportunities to take on additional leadership responsibilities and develop the skills required to oversee multiple restaurants.

Your development will focus on:

People Leadership: Building, coaching, and developing strong management teams

Leadership Development: Creating a pipeline of managers and future General Managers

Operational Excellence: Consistently delivering PET standards across every part of the restaurant

Financial Leadership: Understanding sales, labor, food costs, profitability, and key performance indicators

Accountability: Establishing clear expectations and consistently following up on performance

Problem Solving: Identifying issues, finding solutions, and taking action without waiting to be told

Communication: Effectively communicating with restaurant teams and company leadership

Business Acumen: Understanding how operational decisions impact the overall business

Leadership Through Others: Learning to drive results through General Managers and management teams rather than doing everything yourself

Multi-Unit Readiness: Developing the ability to maintain standards, culture, and performance across multiple locations

The goal is to develop a leader who can eventually step into a Multi-Unit Manager role and successfully lead multiple General Managers, multiple restaurant teams, and multiple businesses at the same time.

What Success Looks Like

A successful leader in this role will:

Consistently deliver strong restaurant performance

Build and maintain a high-performing management team

Develop managers who are capable of leading independently

Maintain strong food quality, speed, cleanliness, and guest service

Effectively manage labor, staffing, and operating costs

Understand and improve restaurant profitability

Use data and scorecards to identify opportunities and drive results

Hold people accountable while maintaining a positive culture

Create an environment where people want to work, grow, and succeed

Develop future General Managers and other leaders from within

Take ownership rather than waiting for direction

Demonstrate the ability to lead through others

Earn the trust of restaurant teams and company leadership

Consistently demonstrate the leadership and business maturity required for additional responsibility

Required Qualifications

Leadership mindset — lead by example

Take pride in what you do and strive for Perfect Every Time (PET)

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Team builder with a people-first mentality

Over-the-top positive attitude

Adaptable and solutions-oriented

Ability to coach, teach, and develop others

Strong business and operational mindset

Ability to understand and act on restaurant performance metrics

Ability to hold yourself and others accountable

Ability to make decisions and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

Desire to build a long-term career in restaurant leadership

Demonstrated interest in progressing into a Multi-Unit Management role

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of restaurant management experience

General Manager experience preferred

Proven success leading a high-performing restaurant

Experience developing and promoting managers from within

Strong understanding of labor management and cost controls

Understanding of restaurant P&L and profitability

Experience using scorecards, KPIs, and operational reporting to drive results

Strong understanding of restaurant operations

High school diploma or equivalent

Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Driver's License

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Performance-based bonus program

Career development toward Multi-Unit Management

Note: This position does not participate in the tip pool.

Career Growth

At Layne’s, we believe our best leaders should have the opportunity to grow.

This position provides a clear path for high-performing leaders:

General Manager → Multi-Unit Manager → Continued Leadership Growth

Your advancement will be based on your ability to consistently deliver results, develop people, protect the culture, and demonstrate that you are ready to lead at the next level.

If you are a proven restaurant leader who wants more than just a GM title — if you want to build teams, develop leaders, run great restaurants, and eventually lead multiple locations — this could be the opportunity for you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected