Why Wendy's WENDY’S: GENERAL MANAGER Opening October 2026The Briad GroupBinghamton, NYSalary Range: $62,491-$71,500** Offered salary is determined by role, level, and location. The final offer will be based on the candidate's specific experience and geographic work location**The Wendy’s General Manager oversees all operations of the Wendy’s restaurant within a quick service restaurant (QSR) in a multi-concept travel center. This role establishes excellent guest service, brand-standard execution, and strong financial performance. Responsibilities include hiring, training, scheduling, and developing team members while maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. The position operates in a high-volume setting with peak rush periods that require strong multitasking, active leadership, and a calm, solutions-focused approach. Wendy’s General Managers lead by example and reinforce our culture daily—Grow EVERY day, be BRILLIANT, and care GENUINELY about people—creating a positive experience for both guests and team members. We’re looking for motivated, energetic leaders who thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment and are ready to make an impact every day.More Than a Job — A Career You Can BuildAt Briad Wendy’s, we believe great leaders deserve more than just a paycheck. We offer a clear path for advancement, meaningful benefits, and a culture that truly supports your success. We are looking for a passionate, driven leader who thrives in a team environment and are excited to grow with an expanding brand.You are good at:• Operational Excellence: Maintain strict Wendy’s brand standards, product quality, food safety, and overall cleanliness across the front counter, drive-thru, and kitchen.• Team Leadership: Recruit, hire, train, and schedule staff; conduct regular coaching sessions to foster a positive, people-first working environment.• Financial Performance: Drive sales and maximize profit by managing labor and food costs, minimizing waste, and enforcing strict inventory and cash controls.• Guest Experience: Cultivate a "guest-first" culture that ensures prompt, accurate, and friendly service; resolve customer feedback professionally.• Administration: Manage product ordering, inventory par levels, shift reconciliations, safe deposits, and regulatory/brand compliance paperwork.
What you can expect Benefits• Career Growth: Strong internal development and a "promote from within" philosophy.• Comprehensive Training Program• Financial & Security: Competitive compensation, 401(k) retirement plan, and Teammate Assistance Fund.• Health & Balance: Benefits and flexible scheduling.
What we expect from you Great if you Have:• Minimum of 2 years of General Manager experience in a comparable restaurant brand (required)• QSR or fast-casual experience preferred• Comfortable working in a fast-growing, evolving organization• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, “can-do” attitude• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities• Highly collaborative with a strong work ethic• Guest-focused, upbeat, and engaging personality• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
This job opportunity is with one of our many franchisees. Independently owned and operated, Wendy's franchise organizations determine their own compensation, benefits and career programs which may vary from company-owned locations.
About This Location About The Briad Group: The Briad Group is headquartered in Livingston, NJ, and is one of the fastest growing hospitality companies in the U.S. We currently operate nearly 200 restaurants and hotels in multiple concepts ranging from Quick Serve to Casual Dining, and beyond, creating unlimited opportunities for growth and personal development. The Briad Group entities are: licensed franchisees for Wendy's, TGI Fridays, Marriott, and Hilton. The Briad Group also owns and operates Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar.We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer - All applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on sex, marital status, race, color, age, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, military reserve membership, ancestry, religion, height, weight, use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness or physical handicap or the presence of disabilities.
