General Manager of Marketing and Operations

Fresh Bagels, Strong Leadership, and Community Connections in Gainesville! Ready to lead something fresh? Jeff’s Bagel Run is growing in Gainesville, and we’re looking for an energetic, community-minded leader to take our store to the next level! We need someone who is passionate about building relationships, creating local partnerships, and getting involved in the community, all while keeping daily operations running smoothly and developing a high-performing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love connecting with people, and know how to balance operational excellence with creative marketing and community engagement, we'd love to have you grow with us! At Jeff’s Bagel Run, we believe great bagels can spark joy, bring people together, and turn everyday moments into something special. What started in Jeff’s home kitchen in 2019 has grown into 14 bustling shops across the Southeast—and we’re just getting started. This is the perfect time to join a fast-growing, community-driven brand with big goals and even bigger heart. We’re looking for a dynamic, people-first General Manager to lead our Gainesville location. If you’re energized by building teams, creating exceptional guest experiences, and driving results, we’d love to meet you. What You’ll Do As the General Manager, you’ll be the heartbeat of your location. You’ll run day-to-day operations, lead and develop your team, and ensure every guest who walks through our doors feels the Jeff’s Bagel Run warmth. You will: * Oversee daily restaurant operations while hitting KPIs, sales goals, and profitability targets. * Lead, coach, hire, and inspire your team to deliver top-tier hospitality and consistent results. * Manage inventory, purchasing, receiving, and vendor relationships with precision and care. * Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and operational execution. * Use guest feedback to fuel continuous improvement and drive repeat visits. * Communicate proactively with your Operating Manager. * Uphold company policies and handle cash, comps, discounts, and reporting accurately. * Create a positive, high-energy work environment that encourages teamwork and accountability. * Build strong connections with the community—and find opportunities to grow the business locally. * Make sound, timely decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure moments. * Ensure ambience, service, and food quality meet our standards (and your own!). * Jump in wherever needed to support service, operations, and team success. We are working managers, and work closely with our teams. What Makes You a Great Fit You’re someone who thrives on leadership, hospitality, and building strong teams. You bring: * A track record of meeting KPIs and delivering results. * Strong communication, coaching, and people-development skills. * Excellent decision-making abilities under pressure. * A hands-on leadership style rooted in accountability, positivity, and adaptability. * Attention to detail, from financial controls to store cleanliness to guest engagement. * Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays. If you’re excited to grow with a rapidly expanding brand, make a real impact, and bring joy to your community one bagel at a time, Jeff’s Bagel Run is the place for you. Apply today and help us build something delicious together.