General Manager II - Lancaster
Wingstop Global Support Center · wingstop.com
LancasterLead / Manager
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The job in short
Retail store management (Lancaster).
Details
- Found
- 11 d ago · posted 2026-10-15
- Location as listed
- Lancaster, TX, United States
- Role
- Store / Shift Manager
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
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GENERAL MANAGER II (GM II)
High-Performance Restaurant Leader | Training Location
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The General Manager II (GM II) is a high-performing, advanced-level restaurant leader responsible for driving exceptional business results, developing future leaders, and serving as a model location for operational excellence and training.
This role builds upon the General Manager foundation and expands into enterprise leadership impact, including supporting company-led initiatives, participating in hiring and training events, and operating a restaurant that serves as a benchmark for the brand.
The GM II leads with a strong ownership mindset, delivering results through people development, operational discipline, and financial performance, while embodying the Wingstop mission to Serve the World Flavor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. People Leadership & Talent Development
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Build, lead, and sustain a high-performing leadership team, including Assistant Managers and Shift Leaders
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Serve as a designated trainer and/or operate a certified training restaurant for new leaders, team members, and company initiatives
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Lead and support company hiring events, onboarding programs, and training sessions as needed
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Ensure best-in-class execution of onboarding, orientation, and training programs
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Develop and execute structured development plans for all levels of the team
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Make all final hiring, promotion, and separation decisions in alignment with company standards
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Foster a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement
2. Financial & Business Leadership
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Own full restaurant P&L and deliver top-quartile performance in:
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Sales growth
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Labor management
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Food cost control
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Profitability
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Execute a forward-looking business plan aligned with company goals
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Analyze financial performance trends and implement data-driven action plans
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Set and achieve aggressive performance targets across all key business metrics
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Maintain strict control of cash, inventory, assets, and operational expenses
3. Operational Excellence & Brand Standards
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Ensure consistent execution of brand standards across all shifts
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Operate as a model restaurant for:
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Speed of service
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Guest experience
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Food safety and quality
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Cleanliness and facility standards
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Lead execution of all company initiatives and new program rollouts
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Maintain strong partnership with Facilities to ensure restaurant conditions meet or exceeds standards
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Utilize company tools and systems to coach and develop team members
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4. Training, Events & Enterprise Contribution
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Serve as a training leader for the organization, supporting:
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New restaurant openings
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Leadership onboarding
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Company-led operational initiatives
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Participate in company hiring events, training events, and brand activations
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Support cross-functional initiatives in partnership with the Restaurant Support Center
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Represent the brand as a culture ambassador and operational expert
5. Scheduling, Attendance & Operational Discipline
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Ensure consistent leadership presence in the restaurant through intentional and disciplined scheduling
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Maintain a schedule aligned to business needs, including:
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Peak dayparts
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Weekends
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Holidays
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Key business-driving periods
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Demonstrate strong personal accountability for attendance, punctuality, and visibility
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Ensure leadership coverage across all shifts to support operational consistency
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Work a minimum of 50–60 hours per week, with flexibility based on business demands
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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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High School Diploma or GED required
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Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred
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Must be 18 years of age or older
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and technologies
QUALIFICATIONS
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7+ years of restaurant, food service, or retail leadership experience
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3+ years in Leadership or equivalent multi-level leadership role preferred
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Proven track record of delivering strong financial and operational results
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Advanced proficiency in analyzing P&L statements and restaurant performance metrics
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Demonstrated ability to:
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Develop leaders
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Build high-performing teams
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Execute at a high level consistently
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Strong understanding of labor laws and compliance
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Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
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High level of emotional intelligence and leadership maturity
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
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Leads with ownership and accountability
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Demonstrates a results-driven mindset
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Builds and develops strong teams and future leaders
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Maintains a disciplined, high-standard operation
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Acts as a brand ambassador and culture carrier
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Embraces feedback and continuously improves
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
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Top-tier performance in sales, profitability, and operational metrics
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Strong leadership bench and internal promotions
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Consistent execution of brand standards across all shifts
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Recognition as a training location and model restaurant
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Active participation in company initiatives and events
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High team engagement and low regrettable turnover
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