General Manager at Shake Shack - (EWR AIRPORT)

Villa Restaurant Group - Quick service restaurants (Villa Italian Kitchen, South Philly Cheesesteaks and Fries, Green Leaf's and Bananas, Mo' Burger, Jersey Mikes, Salsaritas, Melt Shop, Dos Toros, Hill Country, Juniors, Far East, Asian Chao, Tony + Benny's, Zaros Bakery,Shake Shack, Starbucks, Bluestone Lane etc.) and 40North full service restaurants (Piattino, Office Tavern Grill, Steelworks Wind Creek Casino, Blackhorse Tavern & Pub, Town Bar & Kitchen and NOM Mexican Table & Tequila Bar) is a multi-brand, multi-concept global restaurant group specializing in full service restaurants, quick serve restaurants with corporate and franchise operations.

Villa Restaurant Group is seeking an experienced and results-driven Multi-Unit General Manager to lead our dynamic team at Newark International Airport. If you have a passion for hospitality, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have Shake Shack or high-volume, fast-casual restaurant experience, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

✅ Competitive Salary & Bonus Potential
✅ Career Growth Opportunities with a Leading Hospitality Group
✅ Dynamic, Fast-Paced Airport Environment
✅ Comprehensive Benefits Package

Your Role:

As a Multi-Unit General Manager, you will oversee multiple restaurant locations, drive operational excellence, and ensure an exceptional guest experience. Your leadership will be key in developing teams, optimizing performance, and maintaining high brand standards.

What You’ll Do:

🔹 Lead and develop a team of managers and employees across multiple units
🔹 Drive operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and financial performance
🔹 Implement and maintain brand standards, ensuring consistency across locations
🔹 Monitor sales, labor, and cost controls to maximize profitability
🔹 Foster a strong team culture through coaching, training, and performance management
🔹 Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and company policies

What We’re Looking For:

✔ 3+ years of multi-unit management experience in the restaurant industry
✔ Shake Shack or high-volume, fast-casual experience preferred
✔ Proven ability to drive sales and manage financial performance
✔ Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
✔ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
✔ Passion for hospitality and guest service excellence

Starting pay: 85k per year (Based on experience)

Villa Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer