Description:
REALLY GOOD COMPENSATION | Salary ranges from $65k-$75k, plus 8-12% profit sharing bonus
RUN THE BUSINESS. GROW THE PEOPLE. PROTECT THE BRAND.
ABOUT FRESH KITCHEN
Fresh Kitchen is redefining what "fast food" can be: real food, made from scratch, with ingredients and standards you can feel good about. That means 100% pure olive oil (no seed oils), hand-cut veggies, antibiotic & hormone-free meats, responsibly sourced seafood and 100% gluten-free recipes. We call it Good Food Forever.
Our vision is big: 100 remarkable restaurants by 2034. We're building a brand that's as serious about people and culture as we are about food quality and performance, and we're looking for leaders who want to build something that lasts.
THE ROLE
As a Managing Partner, you are the #1 leader in the restaurant, accountable for:
You lead both FOH + BOH. You're not a "clipboard GM." You can jump into the kitchen, connect with guests, and coach in the moment, while building leaders who don't need you to save the shift.
You report to a Regional Partner and operate your restaurant like a business owner - focused, disciplined, people-first, and always raising the bar.
WHAT GREAT LOOKS LIKE
Your Restaurant Runs Remarkable Shifts, Every Day. You set the tone and standard through daily rhythms:
You Build a Winning Team. You own talent end-to-end and build a team people want to be part of:
You Protect the Product + the Guest Experience with an unwavering commitment to:
You Drive the Business (not just the schedule) by:
OUR LEADERSHIP VIBE
RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:
Physical requirements: able to stand/walk 8-10 hours, work in a fast-paced environment with varying temperatures.
WHY PEOPLE STAY
REALLY GOOD COMPENSATION | Salary ranges from $65k-$75k, plus 8-12% profit sharing bonus
RUN THE BUSINESS. GROW THE PEOPLE. PROTECT THE BRAND.
ABOUT FRESH KITCHEN
Fresh Kitchen is redefining what "fast food" can be: real food, made from scratch, with ingredients and standards you can feel good about. That means 100% pure olive oil (no seed oils), hand-cut veggies, antibiotic & hormone-free meats, responsibly sourced seafood and 100% gluten-free recipes. We call it Good Food Forever.
Our vision is big: 100 remarkable restaurants by 2034. We're building a brand that's as serious about people and culture as we are about food quality and performance, and we're looking for leaders who want to build something that lasts.
THE ROLE
As a Managing Partner, you are the #1 leader in the restaurant, accountable for:
- Results (sales, labor, controllables, and execution)
- Culture (standards, values, accountability, trust)
- Talent (hiring, development, retention, succession)
- Guest experience (hospitality, great food, great vibes)
You lead both FOH + BOH. You're not a "clipboard GM." You can jump into the kitchen, connect with guests, and coach in the moment, while building leaders who don't need you to save the shift.
You report to a Regional Partner and operate your restaurant like a business owner - focused, disciplined, people-first, and always raising the bar.
WHAT GREAT LOOKS LIKE
Your Restaurant Runs Remarkable Shifts, Every Day. You set the tone and standard through daily rhythms:
- Team readiness + Team huddles that actually matter
- MOD execution, line checks, and real-time coaching
- Strong station leadership (speed, accuracy, hospitality)
- Smooth handoffs between shifts + clean, confident closes
- We don't hope for a good shift, we prepare for one
You Build a Winning Team. You own talent end-to-end and build a team people want to be part of:
- Hire with high standards (values + capability)
- Train with intention (set people up to win)
- Coach consistently (clear feedback, frequent touchpoints)
- Hold leaders accountable (managers included)
- Build bench strength: Certified Trainers, Hourly Shift Leaders, Future Managers
You Protect the Product + the Guest Experience with an unwavering commitment to:
- Food quality, recipe execution, and production planning
- Cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety (always inspection-ready)
- Hospitality standards that feel warm, friendly, and proactive
- Speed + accuracy without sacrificing the vibe
You Drive the Business (not just the schedule) by:
- Labor planning, scheduling discipline, and deployment
- Inventory, waste, ordering, and cost awareness
- Sales-building behaviors and local community presence
- Daily/weekly reporting, follow-through, and trend awareness
- You don't "explain results." You create them.
OUR LEADERSHIP VIBE
- High standards + high heart. You lead with care and accountability - through our values.
- You coach in real time. You don't wait for performance reviews to manage performance.
- You're calm under pressure. No drama, no panic, no blame.
- You're allergic to "good enough." You see details, and you raise them.
- You build leaders. Your restaurant gets stronger because you're in it.
RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:
- 7+ years management in high-volume, food focused restaurants
- At least 2 years as a GM/Managing Partner (multi-unit exposure is a plus)
- Experience leading managers and developing leaders
- Strong working knowledge of labor, inventory, scheduling, and P&L fundamentals
- Comfortable with POS, scheduling, and reporting tools
- ServSafe certified (or willing to obtain)
- Must pass background check
Physical requirements: able to stand/walk 8-10 hours, work in a fast-paced environment with varying temperatures.
WHY PEOPLE STAY
- REALLY GOOD COMPENSATION | Salary starts at $105,000, plus 8-12% profit sharing bonus. MP'a are also eligible to be a part of our 'Fresh Club' after 3 years and receive a lump sum of $15k + 10 days sabbatical.
- BENEFITS |AffordableGroup health, vision and dental Plans + a 401(k) match
- A REAL CAREER PATH |Peopledevelopment is intentional - we invest in leaders who want to grow with us
- FREE FOOD | Your FK meals are on us
- CULTURE | Values driven company that is good to people
- HOLLA-DAYS | Closed for 9 holidays, so you can enjoy time with family and friends
- WORK-LIFE BALANCE | Progressive PTO + balanced schedules, including our commitment to not exceed a 50-hour workweek.
- A VIBEY BRAND |Food you're proud to serve and a brand you feel good to rep