District Manager – QSR Restaurants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

This range is provided by Restaurant Zone Recruiting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$95,000.00/yr - $/yr

Direct message the job poster from Restaurant Zone Recruiting

We are seeking a results-driven District Manager to oversee multiple quick-service restaurant locations in the Chicago market. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on Wendy’s experience
, a deep understanding of QSR operations, and a proven ability to drive performance, consistency, and team development across multiple units.

This role is responsible for operational excellence, financial performance, brand standards, and leadership development while ensuring an outstanding guest experience at every location.

• Oversee day-to-day operations for multiple QSR locations, ensuring compliance with brand standards, policies, and procedures.
• Drive sales growth, profitability, and operational efficiency across the district.
• Analyze P&L statements, labor reports, and KPIs; implement action plans to improve performance.
• Ensure consistent execution of Wendy’s operational systems, food safety standards, and guest service expectations.
• Conduct regular store visits, audits, and operational reviews.

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop General Managers and management teams.
• Build a strong bench of talent and support succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Provide performance feedback and conduct evaluations for store leadership.

• Champion a guest-first mindset and ensure high standards of cleanliness, speed of service, and food quality.
• Address escalated guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure full compliance with Wendy’s brand standards, marketing initiatives, and promotional execution.
• Manage district budgets, labor controls, and food cost targets.
• Partner with leadership to develop forecasts and operational strategies.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, HR practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain strong communication with support departments including HR, Training, and Marketing.

• Minimum 5+ years of QSR management experience
  , including multi-unit leadership
  .
• Previous Wendy’s experience is required (General Manager or District Manager level preferred).
• Proven success managing multiple high-volume restaurant locations.
• Strong financial acumen with experience analyzing P&Ls and operational metrics.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel regularly within the district.
• Proficient with QSR POS systems, scheduling tools, and performance reporting platforms.

• Deep understanding of Wendy’s systems, culture, and operational expectations.
• Hands-on leader who leads by example and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker with a strong execution mindset.
• Passionate about developing people and driving operational excellence.

• Opportunity to lead and influence multiple high-performing restaurants.
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Career growth within a stable and growing QSR organization.
• Supportive leadership team focused on operational success and team development.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Other

Restaurants

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Restaurant Zone Recruiting by 2x

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Apply BELOW