General Manager - South Milwaukee

General Manager Job Description

Since 1972, Cousins Subs has been serving up better subs and a better place to work.

We’re hiring experienced restaurant leaders ready to run the show. If you're looking for a high-responsibility, hands-on role with strong support, this could be it. Future growth opportunities await with the fastest growing Cousins Subs franchise system. 

What You’ll Do

- Manage daily store operations—you're hands-on 70–80% of the time

- Lead hiring, training, scheduling, and team development

- Handle food and labor costs, inventory, ordering, and bank deposits

- Jump in on the line, run the register, or clean when needed

- Open as early as 6 AM or close at 11 PM

- Ensure excellent service, food safety, and a clean, organized store

- Resolve customer issues with professionalism

- Serve as the go-to leader for your team

What We’re Looking For

- 2+ years of GM-level experience in food service or hospitality

- Strong leadership and operations skills

- Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

- Must complete a background check

What You’ll Get

- Salary: $40,000–$63,000/year, depending on experience

- Bonus potential: (up to $6,000/year)

- Paid time off

- Free food every shift

- 25% off food when off-duty; free food when off-duty and dining in

- Health/Dental/Vision insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- Pet insurance

- Scholarship opportunities

- Employee wellness & assistance programs

- Long-term growth and leadership training

- Dream Manager program which provides tools, encouragement and support needed to make your dreams a reality

You’ll run the business like it’s your own—with the support of a company that’s growing and believes in better.

Apply now at www.work4cousins.com