Role: Popeyes Restaurant General Manager
Location: Ipswich, IP14 5EP
Hours: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £37,000 - £44,000
Bonus Scheme: Bonus Incentive!
Company: EG On the Move
This site is located in Stowmarket
About the role:
Join us and bring the bold, flavourful experience of Popeyes to life! As a Restaurant General Manager, you'll lead your team in delivering exceptional service and high-quality food, ensuring every customer has an unforgettable experience. You'll oversee day-to-day operations, manage staff, and ensure smooth kitchen and front-of-house operations, all while maintaining a positive, high-energy atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the Popeyes brand.
In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for driving sales, managing inventory, and controlling costs to ensure the restaurant operates efficiently and profitably. You'll also ensure that all health and safety regulations are met, maintaining a clean and safe environment for both staff and customers. A key part of your role will be developing and mentoring your team, providing coaching and training to build a motivated, high-performing group that consistently delivers outstanding service. Your leadership will be essential in upholding Popeyes' reputation for bold, delicious food and exceptional customer service, while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
What you'll do:
Oversee the daily operations of the store, ensuring that everything runs smoothly, from opening to closing and ensuring product availability
Participate in the recruiting, onboarding, and training of over 60+ new team members in line with our Recruitment Hiring Events
Maintain and monitor store cleanliness by ensuring compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations
Manage stock levels, conduct inventory checks, and reduce waste whilst maintaining store cleanliness ensuring equipment is operational and well-maintained
Create weekly schedules for staff, ensuring proper coverage while keeping labour costs within budget
Lead and motivate your teams to embrace the EG on the Move's vision and values by conducting regular performance reviews and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement and career growth
Maintain Popeyes brand integrity by ensuring stores is visually appealing, well-maintained, and in line with brand guidelines
Be the face of Popeyes in the community, championing an environment where everyone counts. Lead the store to cultivate a positive, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere
Ensure the proper functioning of point-of-sale systems and any digital ordering platforms
What's in it for you?
Whether you're looking to build a long-term career as we expand across the UK or seeking a job with top benefits, we've got you covered:
Upto 15% Retail & Food to Go discounts including Greggs, Starbucks, Subway, Popeyes, Cinnabon, Sbarro & Chaiiwala
Flexible working
Employee Assistance program
Mental wellbeing and support
Financial wellbeing
Life coaching
Legal Assistance
Life insurance
Retail Discounts
Learning & Development Opportunities
Salary Sacrifice Pension
What we are looking for:
Proven experience in a Restaurant General Manager role, within the QSR environment with a demonstrated ability to drive growth, innovation, and brand equity
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team effectively
Dedicated to delivering excellent service that exceeds customer expectations
The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced environment
Be a part of it:
At EG On the Move, we're excited to welcome talented and motivated individuals to our team. We are about building a workplace where excellence and growth come together. Here, your skills matter, and you'll have the opportunity to learn and inspire. Power your career and be part of something transformational!
To apply please email a copy of your CV to with the reference ' Popeyes Restaurant General Manager - Gun Cotton Way - 111836'
_Please note - you are required to successfully pass a DBS check, which will be funded by EG On The Move._
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