Job Description
District Manager - Small District (4 Locations) Location: Central Oregon
Reports To: Director of Operations
About the Role We are seeking a motivated and hands-on District Manager to oversee a small district of four Abby's Restaurant locations. This role is ideal for a strong operator who thrives in a close-knit, high-impact environment and is ready to grow into larger multi-unit leadership. You'll work directly with each General Manager to ensure outstanding food quality, consistent operational standards, and exceptional guest experience.
This is a growth-focused opportunity with the potential to expand into a larger district.
What You'll Do Lead & Develop Restaurant Teams - Provide daily leadership and support to the General Managers across four restaurants.
- Recruit, train, and develop management staff to support future expansion.
- Hold monthly management meetings to communicate goals, share best practices, and build district culture.
Drive Operational Excellence - Conduct regular store visits to observe execution, validate training, and ensure adherence to Abby's brand standards.
- Maintain high expectations for food quality, sanitation, service, and restaurant cleanliness.
- Support each location in implementing company systems, policies, and procedures.
Grow Sales & Build the Guest Base - Implement sales-building strategies tailored to each location's opportunities.
- Strengthen local community connections and ensure each store delivers memorable guest experiences.
- Monitor competitive trends and support local marketing efforts.
Ensure Compliance & Safety - Enforce all regulations related to health, sanitation, liquor, lottery, and safety.
- Oversee preventive maintenance and support timely repairs of equipment and restaurant property.
- Conduct audits of cash handling, deposits, lottery/ATM procedures, and security protocols.
Manage Financial Performance - Ensure each restaurant meets budget expectations and controls costs in labor, food, beer/wine, supplies, repairs, and maintenance.
- Review store-level financial performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participate in annual/quarterly capital planning and follow through on approved projects.
Promote the Abby's Attitude - Lead with care for guests, employees, and company success.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and harassment-free work environment.
- Model teamwork, accountability, and long-term thinking.
What We're Looking For - Proven restaurant management experience; multi-unit experience preferred but not required.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to develop successful teams.
- Ability to interpret financial data and drive operational improvements.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel between locations regularly.
- A growth mindset and desire to step into larger multi-unit leadership over time.
Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity - Manage a focused, four-location district-perfect for stepping into multi-unit leadership or strengthening existing multi-unit experience.
- Clear growth path into managing a larger district as the company expands.
- High visibility and strong support from senior leadership.
- Competitive compensation + bonus program
- Benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; 401k; Paid Vacation and Sick Pay.
Apply Today If you're ready to lead four thriving restaurants, develop strong managers, and have the potential to grow into a larger leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.
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