General Manager | Perkins American Food Co. | Olean (Olean)

JDK Management Company
Olean, NY

Perkins' commitment to quality and innovation began in 1958 when Matt and Ivan Perkins opened their first pancake house in Cincinnati, Ohio. Today's Perkins still serves pancakes and excels at breakfast fare. However, our restaurants also offer some 100 breakfast, lunch, and dinner items with signature dishes including specialty omelets, melt sandwiches, hearty entrees, and salads. The most iconic piece of Perkins is, you guessed it, our pie!

At Perkins, we take great pride in our service, experience, and feeding folks what they like. Its the cornerstone of our company, and the thing that keeps us going after all these years. With nearly 300 company-owned and franchised locations in 32 states and two Canadian provinces, were proud of how far weve come. Perkins American Food Co. is franchised by JDK Management Company - a family of hospitality and service companies since 1982.

Perkins American Food Co. is looking for a General Manager who is dedicated, ambitious and seeks opportunities to grow their career. At Perkins, General Managers are knowledgeable, friendly, and have a passion for maintaining their restaurant while providing guests with industry-leading service. The General Managers decisions are guided by established policies/procedures and the Regional Director.

The position of General Manager is a fast-paced role that manages the daily operations and staff of the restaurant, including:

  • The execution of all Company policies, procedures, programs, and systems
  • Providing leadership, direction, training, and development to all direct reports
  • Contributes to the success of the restaurant by building sales, hitting goals, driving restaurant profitability
  • Completing all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • A minimum of 1 year of prior management experience in family dining is required
  • ServSafe Food Manager Certification is preferred
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
  • Strong planning, problem-solving, and organization skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, walk, reach, and bend for extended periods

Benefits

  • Competitive Wages - Earn more while doing what you love.
  • Weekly Pay - Get your hard-earned money every week.
  • 48-Hour Work Week with Flexible Scheduling - Work-life balance is important to us.
  • Incentive Plans - Monthly & Quarterly
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans - Weve got you covered!
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Sick Time - Take a well-deserved break!
  • Meal Discounts - Enjoy delicious food on and off the clock!
  • 401(k) Savings Plan - Start saving for your future, with a company match
  • Advancement Opportunities - Grow your career with us.
  • Commitment to Professional Development

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

JDK Management Company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify and your rights, please review the E-Verify Posters .

Equal Opportunity Employer
The pay range for this role is:
65,000 - 75,000 USD per year(Perkins 3531 Olean, NY)



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Posted 2026-01-15

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