General Manager

About Ruiz McDonald's

Ruiz McDonald’s operates over 33 restaurants in the St. Louis Metro Area and is the largest McDonald's franchise group in St. Louis. Their core philosophy centers on empowering and developing their employees first, believing that excellence naturally follows. The company fosters a culture grounded in Faith, Fortitude, Generosity, Positivity, Accountability, and Development, investing heavily in leadership development, coaching, and a supportive environment.

Why You’ll Enjoy This Role

• A culture that prioritizes people, offering strong training, support, and leadership development
• A stable company with clear career advancement opportunities and internal promotions
• Access to resources including coaching, staffing support, and tools to help your restaurant thrive
• Chance to lead a busy business location, positively impacting both your team and community

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting around $60,000, depending on experience
• Performance incentives with potential bonuses up to 17% of salary
• 401(k) plan featuring company matching contributions
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options
• Paid time off amounting to three weeks annually
• Tuition support and paid training opportunities
• Additional insurance plans such as Critical Illness and Accident coverage

Role Overview

The General Manager oversees the restaurant's full operations and acts as the leadership figure for the venue. This role includes coaching and developing the management team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining ownership accountability over all areas of restaurant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day restaurant operations and lead during peak business hours
• Coach, mentor, and help grow Department Managers and Shift Leaders
• Create and maintain a robust staffing plan that supports restaurant needs
• Enhance profitability by driving sales, optimizing labor, and reducing waste
• Ensure quality, service, and cleanliness standards, including food safety and operational routines
• Implement new product launches and operational initiatives effectively
• Serve as a clear communication bridge between ownership and restaurant staff
• Promote community engagement and local marketing efforts as desired

Indicators of Success

• Establishing a strong and stable management team
• Maintaining consistently high customer satisfaction ratings
• Achieving healthy labor costs and ensuring restaurant profitability
• Upholding operational excellence across all shifts
• Fostering a positive and values-oriented team culture with accountability

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Confident leadership with ability to influence and motivate others
• Passionate about people development and coaching
• Strategic mindset capable of planning and leading change
• Approachable, optimistic, and focused on collective team success

Additional Information

This position requires prior experience working at McDonald’s. Ruiz McDonald’s is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. The company emphasizes 2026 as The Year of Development and encourages candidates to grow alongside them.