Jobs and Careers
PE
General Manager
PerkinsUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Sept 2025
💰 $75,000/yr($65,000/yr – $75,000/yr)
About the role
Benefits/Perks
At Perkins, we take great pride in our service, experience, and feeding folks what they like. It’s the cornerstone of our company, and the thing that keeps us going after all these years. With nearly 300 company-owned and franchised locations in 32 states and two Canadian provinces, we’re proud of how far we’ve come. Perkins American Food Co. is franchised by JDK Management Company - a family of hospitality and service companies since 1982.
Job Summary
Perkins American Food Co. is looking for a General Manager who is dedicated, ambitious and seeks opportunities to grow their career. At Perkins, General Managers are knowledgeable, friendly, and have a passion for maintaining their restaurant while providing guests with industry-leading service. The General Manager’s decisions are guided by established policies/procedures and the Regional Director.
Responsibilities The position of General Manager is a fast-paced role that manages the daily operations and staff of the restaurant, including:
Disclaimer This position description in not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
JDK Management Company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify and your rights, please review the E-Verify Posters.
Equal Opportunity Employer Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Founded in 1958 as a single pancake house in Ohio, Perkins American Food Co. has transformed into the nation’s leading family restaurant. Through the years, Perkins has remained true to its mission of providing guests with friendly service and classic comfort dishes at a great price. Sure, Perkins started with dozens of pancakes and waffle options, but soon enough we grew to offer American staples like breakfast all day, hearty steak plates, juicy burgers, and a wide selection of handcrafted han
- Competitive Wages - Earn more while doing what you love.
- Weekly Pay - Get your hard-earned money every week.
- 48-Hour Work Week with Flexible Scheduling - Work-life balance is important to us.
- Incentive Plans - Monthly & Quarterly
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans - We’ve got you covered!
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Sick Time - Take a well-deserved break!
- Meal Discounts - Enjoy delicious food on and off the clock!
- 401(k) Savings Plan - Start saving for your future, with a company match
- Advancement Opportunities - Grow your career with us.
- Commitment to Professional Development
At Perkins, we take great pride in our service, experience, and feeding folks what they like. It’s the cornerstone of our company, and the thing that keeps us going after all these years. With nearly 300 company-owned and franchised locations in 32 states and two Canadian provinces, we’re proud of how far we’ve come. Perkins American Food Co. is franchised by JDK Management Company - a family of hospitality and service companies since 1982.
Job Summary
Perkins American Food Co. is looking for a General Manager who is dedicated, ambitious and seeks opportunities to grow their career. At Perkins, General Managers are knowledgeable, friendly, and have a passion for maintaining their restaurant while providing guests with industry-leading service. The General Manager’s decisions are guided by established policies/procedures and the Regional Director.
Responsibilities The position of General Manager is a fast-paced role that manages the daily operations and staff of the restaurant, including:
- The execution of all Company policies, procedures, programs, and systems
- Providing leadership, direction, training, and development to all direct reports
- Contributes to the success of the restaurant by building sales, hitting goals, driving restaurant profitability
- Completing all other duties as assigned
- High School diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of 1 year of prior management experience in family dining is required
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification is preferred
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
- Strong planning, problem-solving, and organization skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, reach, and bend for extended periods
Disclaimer This position description in not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
JDK Management Company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify and your rights, please review the E-Verify Posters.
Equal Opportunity Employer Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Founded in 1958 as a single pancake house in Ohio, Perkins American Food Co. has transformed into the nation’s leading family restaurant. Through the years, Perkins has remained true to its mission of providing guests with friendly service and classic comfort dishes at a great price. Sure, Perkins started with dozens of pancakes and waffle options, but soon enough we grew to offer American staples like breakfast all day, hearty steak plates, juicy burgers, and a wide selection of handcrafted han
Apply for this role
Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.
Apply Now →Generate Application KitFree account required — sign up in 30s