Top 59 Restaurant general manager Jobs in Quad Cities Ia

General Manager in Waiting (Traveling Leadership Role)
Pizza Ranch - Bettendorf —Bettendorf, IA
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Sales
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- Travel reimbursement
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General Manager
Compass Group —Moline, IL
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- 6 years
- ServSafe
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GENERAL MANAGER- MOLINE, IL
Compass Corporate —Moline, IL
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- 6 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Restaurant General Manager
Taco Bell —Moline, IL
- $50,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Restaurant General Manager
Mohave GC, LLC dba Golden Corral —Davenport, IA
- Online Application
- Clean driving record
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
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General Manager
Pizza Hut —Bettendorf, IA
- $45,000 - $68,000 a year
- Training & development
- Guest services
- Senior level
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KFC Restaurant General Manager
KFC —Moline, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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General Manager POP839
Popeyes —Moline, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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General Manager
Papa John's Pizza —Moline, IL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Recruiting
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Restaurant General Manager
JV Pizza Hut —Milan, IL
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
General Manager
Long John Silver's —Moline, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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General Manager
Walcott —Walcott, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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General Manager
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. —East Moline, IL
- Extended hours
- Sales
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
General Manager
McDonald’s —Maysville, IA
- $59,900 - $70,385 a year
- Military
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
General Manager POP837
Popeyes —Davenport, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant General Manager
Taco Bell —Davenport, IA
- $15 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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General Manager Eldrige
Hardees —Eldridge, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Sales
- English
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Restaurant General Manager
Burger King —Davenport, IA
- $48,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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General Manager - Pump & Pantry
Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc —Davenport, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
General Manager
Arby's —Clinton, IA
- $48,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- No education required
- Sales
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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General Manager in Waiting (Traveling Leadership Role)

Pizza Ranch - Bettendorf
Bettendorf, IA

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Job Details

$55,000 - $70,000 a year
1 hour ago

Benefits

Travel reimbursement

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Who We Are

Pizza Ranch began as a single restaurant in Hull, Iowa in 1981 and has grown into a leading fast-casual franchise with more than 200 locations across multiple states. At Gravy Train Restaurant Management, we proudly operate several Pizza Ranch restaurants throughout Iowa and Illinois.

We operate with a people-first mindset — focused on operational excellence, strong leadership, and building restaurants where team members are developed, supported, and set up to succeed. Our goal is simple: deliver a legendary guest experience while building strong leaders across every market we serve.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a General Manager in Waiting — a high-impact, traveling leadership role designed for a future General Manager who is ready to grow into a long-term store leadership position.

This role supports multiple Gravy Train Pizza Ranch locations across Iowa and Illinois. You will step in where needed — supporting leadership transitions, training and developing teams, strengthening operations, and ensuring each restaurant upholds our legendary standards.

If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy variety in your work, and are passionate about developing people and driving results, this role was built for you.

This position requires approximately 50 hours per week and regular travel.

What You’ll Do

Lead Where You’re Needed Most

Travel to various Gravy Train Pizza Ranch locations to provide temporary GM-level leadership and operational support.
Step in during leadership transitions, growth phases, or performance improvement periods.
Quickly assess team dynamics and operational opportunities.

Drive Operational Excellence

Oversee daily operations including food quality, labor management, cleanliness, and guest service standards.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations.
Support stores in meeting sales, profitability, and performance goals.

Develop Leaders & Teams

Train and coach General Managers, Assistant Managers, and shift leaders.
Support onboarding and leadership development initiatives.
Model accountability, professionalism, and the Pizza Ranch way of leadership.

Elevate the Guest Experience

Reinforce legendary hospitality standards across all locations.
Support local teams in community engagement and positive brand presence.
Ensure consistent execution of service standards and guest recovery processes.

Strengthen Financial Performance

Analyze store performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Assist with managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory control.
Provide actionable recommendations to District Managers and leadership.

What You Bring to the Table

Passion for Leadership & Development – You love coaching others and building strong teams.
3–5 Years of Restaurant Management Experience – Multi-unit or traveling leadership experience preferred.
Adaptability & Problem-Solving Skills – You can walk into a new environment and quickly identify what needs attention.
Strong Business Acumen – Experience managing P&L, labor, and cost controls.
Excellent Communication Skills – Able to connect with team members at every level.
Valid Driver’s License & Willingness to Travel – Regular travel across Iowa and Illinois is required.
High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

Compensation & Travel Package

Competitive salary
Performance-based incentive opportunities
Benefits package
Company vehicle OR vehicle stipend package
Travel support as applicable

Why Join Gravy Train?

Clear Path to Permanent GM Placement – This role is designed to prepare you for a long-term General Manager position.
High Visibility Leadership Role – Work directly with District Managers and executive leadership.
Growth-Focused Organization – We invest in developing strong leaders across our restaurants.
Supportive, People-First Culture – We believe in doing things the right way and developing leaders who make a lasting impact.

Ready to Lead Across Markets and Prepare for Your Next-Level GM Role?

Apply today to become a General Manager in Waiting and help strengthen and grow Gravy Train Restaurant Management locations across Iowa and Illinois.

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