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Job Title : District Manager – Phoenix Market Launch

Location : Phoenix, AZ (Multi-unit oversight)

Salary : $80,000 - $105,000 per year

Join a Thriving Hospitality Concept Making Waves in the Industry

Picture yourself at the helm of an invigorating brand that has redefined culinary expectations through innovation and passion. Renowned for its vibrant culture, this dynamic company ignites excellence through collaboration, respect, and shared accomplishments. Our team is the perfect blend of professionalism and creativity, driving success and personal growth for all employees.

We are seeking an outstanding Restaurant District Manager to lead the expansion of our signature concept, spearheading the Phoenix market launch with focus and finesse.

Job Qualifications

To succeed as the District Manager in Phoenix, AZ , you will need:

• A minimum of 3+ years of multi-unit management experience , ideally in high-growth Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) or fast-casual concepts.
• Expertise in new store and market openings .
• Full P&L Accountability
• Strong familiarity with the Phoenix metro dining landscape , including local trends.
• An Active ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification (required).
• Exceptional leadership skills to manage complex projects and high-pressure environments effectively.
• Ambition, with the ability to embrace aggressive sales metrics and navigate profit and loss.
• Flexibility to travel frequently across Phoenix-area locations .

Job Responsibilities

As a District Manager in Phoenix, AZ , your responsibilities will include:

• Market Entry Leadership : Orchestrating the grand opening for Phoenix locations, guaranteeing readiness of operations and systems.
• Talent Recruitment & Development : Recruiting, hiring, and guiding Restaurant General Managers (RGMs), fostering a climate of respect and belonging.
• Operational Excellence Execution : Standardizing food quality, ensuring every bite delivers our signature "Birria Experience" , and capturing consistent feedback.
• Local Marketing Leadership : Operating as a brand champion in Phoenix by implementing localized store marketing campaigns alongside RGMs to establish a loyal customer base.
• Compliance Adherence : Maintaining alignment with Maricopa County health regulations and enforcing company safety measures.
• Financial Oversight : Managing budget objectives and growth projections as you target ambitious P&L goals.

Employee Benefits

By joining our growing organization as a District Manager in Phoenix, AZ , you will enjoy:

• Bonus Opportunity & Equity Position : This role features a competitive bonus structure and the opportunity to hold an equity position in the restaurants, aligning your success directly with the growth and profitability of the Phoenix market.
• Full Medical Benefits
• Groundbreaking Career Opportunities : Play a pivotal role in shaping a transformational expansion—be at the center of brand history.
• Collaborative, Empowering Culture : Immerse yourself in a supportive environment that values professional and personal development.
• Competitive Compensation : Including a robust financial package with performance-based incentives.
• Growth Potential : Scale your career trajectory alongside one of the nation’s most talked-about QSR brands.

Join us as the Restaurant District Manager in Phoenix, AZ , and leave your mark in the hospitality industry while contributing to one of the fastest-growing names in the Mexican dining sector. If you're passionate about leading dynamic teams, curating memorable dining experiences, and driving exceptional operational performance, this role is for you.

Send your resume to John Wilcoxon , and take the next step in your career. We can't wait to meet you!

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Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its Clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.

At Gecko Hospitality, we are passionate about making sure that every member of our recruiting team is familiar with our philosophies. In the same way that we learn about people when developing relationships and friendships, we want our people to have a sense of Gecko Hospitality's values and insight into our company's "personality." With this insight comes a greater understanding of how values "fit" with Gecko Hospitality's values, why we do things the way we do as well as providing a basis for making decisions that are appropriate to those values. We all play a part in keeping these traditions and philosophies alive.

We want every member of our recruiting team to understand that we are only as good as how well we follow these philosophies on an every day basis. Gecko Hospitality is all about achieving results by being motivated. This motivation to achieve results comes from within. No one can motivate us, nor can we motivate anyone else. As leaders, all that we can do is provide an environment where people motivate themselves to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Along with this philosophy, each team member possesses the following traits for which we are proud: honesty, integrity, desire, determination, listening skills, rapid learning, responding in a timely manner, effective communication skills, thoroughness, empathy, compassion, and most of all we want every team member to have a strong work ethic that motivates them to produce superior results both for our candidates and for our Clients.

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Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its Clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.\r\n\r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, we are passionate about making sure that every member of our recruiting team is familiar with our philosophies. In the same way that we learn about people when developing relationships and friendships, we want our people to have a sense of Gecko Hospitality's values and insight into our company's "personality." With this insight comes a greater understanding of how values "fit" with Gecko Hospitality's values, why we do things the way we do as well as providing a basis for making decisions that are appropriate to those values. We all play a part in keeping these traditions and philosophies alive.\r\n\r\nWe want every member of our recruiting team to understand that we are only as good as how well we follow these philosophies on an every day basis. Gecko Hospitality is all about achieving results by being motivated. This motivation to achieve results comes from within. No one can motivate us, nor can we motivate anyone else. As leaders, all that we can do is provide an environment where people motivate themselves to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Along with this philosophy, each team member possesses the following traits for which we are proud: honesty, integrity, desire, determination, listening skills, rapid learning, responding in a timely manner, effective communication skills, thoroughness, empathy, compassion, and most of all we want every team member to have a strong work ethic that motivates them to produce superior results both for our candidates and for our Clients.\r\n\r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, you certainly have... more choices\r\n\r\nAs part of our recruiting process, we may contact you regarding positions we feel are a good fit or engage with you via SMS text message. By clicking to submit your application, Gecko Hospitality has your consent to communicate via SMS text message moving forward.\r\nTerms of Service are available at Policy can be found at and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile phone service plan. For more help reply “HELP” to your texts or you can opt-out by replying STOP

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