Bench General Manager
Wills Group · La Plata, MD · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$64k–$80k/yrPart-time
The Opportunity
In is hiring a Bench Store Manager to support and learn our Southern Maryland market while preparing to take over a store of your own. This role is ideal for experienced restaurant managers, kitchen managers, or multi-unit leaders who want broader operational exposure, real P&L responsibility, and a clear path to becoming a Store General Manager.
What You’ll Do
- Lead teams on the ground – hire, train, coach, and hold leaders and hourly team members accountable for performance and guest experience
- Run high-volume operations – foodservice, retail, and labor in a busy, guest-focused environment
- Manage the numbers – own store-level P&L results including sales, margins, labor, and controllable expenses
- Execute brand standards – food safety, age verification, cash handling, audits, and guest experience scores
- Support multiple locations – travel between Delaware-area stores as business needs require
- Train for your next step – gain the experience needed to become a Store General Manager when a location opens
What We’re Looking For
- 3–5+ years of leadership experience in restaurants, foodservice, retail, or hospitality
- Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Experience with scheduling, inventory, ordering, and labor control
- Comfort owning results and making decisions on the floor
- P&L exposure strongly preferred
- High school diploma or GED required (college coursework a plus)
Why This Role Stands Out
- Clear path to becoming a Store General Manager
- Exposure to multiple locations
- Strong fit for restaurant leaders ready to expand beyond the kitchen or dining room
- Real responsibility, real authority, real expectations
Benefits and Perks
- Financial Well-being – Employer 401(k) with employer-matched contribution up to 7% and financial planning assistance
- Career Growth – Advancement opportunities in the Mid-Atlantic region
- Employee Discounts – Free coffee and fountain beverages, plus discounts on fresh food and car washes
- Benefits for Part-Time Employees – $500 LifeBalance Account for eligible healthcare expenses after 6 months of employment
- Education support including GED completion program for sales associates
- Benefits for Full-Time Employees – Paid Time Off, Paid Community Engagement, Education & Development, Healthcare, Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Wills Group is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status.