Unassigned General Manager

At Einstein Bros. Bagels we believe in the bagel and in spreading joy, laughter, and good company. We’re committed to work‑life balance—our stores close at 2 pm so you never miss a dance recital or concert. Join our team as a General Manager and lead a store that treats every shift like it’s your own.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of store operations with a “treat it like you own it” philosophy.
• Start early (as early as 4 am) to perform the first bake and open the store.
• Ensure the store is audit‑ready and that catering, mobile, and in‑store orders are executed flawlessly.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience and generate strong survey results.
• Float in all positions during breakfast and lunch rushes, manage breaks, and support the team.
• Close the store at 2 pm, complete closing duties (30‑45 minutes), and prep for the next day.
• Handle inventory, scheduling, and ordering during quiet periods before opening or after closing.
• Take the daily deposit to the bank.
• Recruit, train, and develop quality team members.
• Manage P&L, food‑cost goals, and labor targets.

Requirements

• 1–3 years prior experience as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager in a restaurant setting.
• Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to motivate and inspire the team.
• Experience with P&L analysis and proven strategies for achieving food‑cost and labor targets.
• Strong recruiting skills and a focus on developing internal talent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrue 180 hours in the first year.
• Quarterly bonus program (over 60 % of GMs earned a bonus last year).
• No night or evening shifts – operating hours are 6 am–2 pm.
• Growth opportunities – 80 % of new District Managers in 2022 were promoted from GM.
• Pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and discounts on tickets, Sprint, Quicken Loans, and company swag.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and families.

Pay

• Competitive annual salary: $67,000 – $70,000.
• Hourly rate: $15.78 – $27.62 (subject to local and state minimum‑wage regulations).
• Quarterly bonus opportunity.

Schedule

• One‑shift model with store hours from 6 am to 2 pm.
• No night or evening shifts.
• Closing duties take approximately 30‑45 minutes after the 2 pm close.