Hiring: District Manager Company: Leap Brands Location: Pensacola, FL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:30:06 About the job Experience: •Ensure restaurants deliver friendly, accurate, and efficient service during both peak and off-peak periods. •Monitor guest feedback and work with managers to resolve recurring service issues. •Coach teams on maintaining quality and hospitality in a fast-paced environment. •Lead by example in restaurants, providing practical support and reinforcing operating expectations. Required Skills: •We are seeking an experienced District Manager to oversee 8–12 high-volume fast casual restaurants in the Pensacola market. This leader will be responsible for driving financial performance, developing General Managers, and maintaining strong operational execution across the district. •This role requires a hands-on operator who understands the demands of high-volume restaurants and can balance speed of service, food quality, team development, and profitability. The ideal candidate knows how to prepare teams for busy shifts, build effective management structures, and maintain consistent standards across multiple locations. •Oversee daily operations across 8–12 high-volume restaurants, ensuring consistent execution of food quality, service, cleanliness, and brand standards. •Conduct regular restaurant visits to evaluate performance, coach General Managers, and address operational opportunities. •Ensure teams are prepared for peak business periods through effective staffing, deployment, food preparation, and inventory planning. •Improve throughput and order accuracy while maintaining a positive guest experience. •Develop location-specific action plans and hold General Managers accountable for execution and results. •Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and company policies. Qualifications: •Direct message the job poster from Leap Brands •Chief of Staff at Leap Brands | Private Equity Partner | Franchise Partner | Marketer | Executive Recruiter | Young Entrepreneur | James@leapbrands.io •District Manager – High-Volume Fast Casual Restaurants •Previous District Manager or equivalent multi-unit leadership experience in high-volume fast casual or quick-service restaurants. •Proven success leading busy restaurant operations while improving sales, profitability, and team performance. •In-depth knowledge of restaurant P&Ls, labor management, food costs, inventory controls, and scheduling. •Demonstrated ability to hire, develop, and retain successful General Managers. •Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing needs across multiple restaurants. •A hands-on leadership style with clear communication and consistent follow-through. •Demonstrated capacity to travel regularly between district locations and work evenings and weekends as business needs require. Compensation: •$85,000 - $90,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!