District Manager Hardees

District Manager

Capstone Restaurant Group is a leading restaurant and hospitality company with a focus on people, hospitality, and integrity. We’re looking for a District Manager to lead and develop restaurant management teams within the Hardee’s franchise.

People, Hospitality, Integrity – this is what Capstone Restaurant Group is all about! Without good people we will not succeed. We strive to reach the top of the restaurant and hospitality industry, offering high‑quality hospitality, and operating with honesty and consistency. We are an equal‑opportunity employer who takes pride in a diverse workforce. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment where hard work and success are rewarded, we want to talk to you.

• Ensures all Team Members in the District are trained, motivated, and empowered to deliver total Guest satisfaction.
• Evaluates each restaurant's QSC standards, provides regular feedback and coaching, and conducts periodic inspections.
• Communicates all customer comments and concerns to the appropriate Restaurant Manager and follows up to ensure timely response.
• Ensures all General Managers (GMs) and GMITs receive appropriate orientation, training, and development opportunities.
• Trains, coaches, and provides regular performance feedback (positive and corrective) to improve performance of all Team Members.
• Evaluates overall performance of GMs and GMITs based on clearly communicated standards and expectations.
• Provides appropriate counseling and/or discipline.
• Provides effective training and follow‑up for new products, programs, and changes.
• Actively recruits new GMs and GMITs; ensures Team Members are prepared for promotion. Matches management skills to restaurant needs to maximize results.
• Analyzes business performance and initiates corrective actions when deviations occur from financial expectations.
• Supports company‑wide marketing programs and evaluates local restaurant marketing strategies developed by the Marketing Department.
• Ensures that business and personnel practices are within the law and consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Serves as a role model and sets a positive example for the entire team in all aspects of business and personnel management.
• Negotiates vendor contracts for the district and follows company approval process.
• Upholds company food safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members.

• 7–10 years of previous restaurant experience required.
• 3–5 years in management positions (preferably multi‑unit restaurant experience, including full‑service, fast‑food or convenience).
• Financial planning aptitude including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and P&L management.

• Possess a valid Driver's License and be able to travel to assigned store locations 4–5 days per week.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with others as a team.
• Ability to meet performance standards.
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems.

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old (or emancipated minor with documentation).
• Work around high temperatures.
• Work around others in close quarters.
• Move throughout the restaurant and observe restaurant operations and Team Member work performance.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds comfortably.
• Work with various cleaning products.
• Perform job at a continuous high pace, under pressure, while maintaining quality & speed standards.

USD $58,000.00 – USD $63,000.00 per year.

• Competitive salary with an aggressive bonus plan.
• Car and Phone allowance.
• Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off.
• Family atmosphere with a great work/life balance.
• Opportunity to learn and grow.
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This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications with the job.

Capstone Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer.

I understand and acknowledge that Capstone Restaurant Group is an independently owned and operated franchisee of Hardee's Restaurants LLC and, if I am hired, a legal entity affiliated with Capstone Restaurant Group will be my employer, not Hardee's Restaurants. Further I understand and acknowledge that Capstone Restaurant Group is not acting as an agent for Hardee's Restaurants or any of its affiliates.