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RibCrib

Casual-dining restaurant chain serving barbecue

Restaurant General Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$60k - $80k/yr+ Management bonus program
Junior, Mid
Gainesville, TX, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityFood & Beverage Operations Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least two years of previous management experience in a full-service establishment.
  • Knowledge of both back-of-house and front-of-house operations.
  • Ability to set expectations and maintain concise oral and written communication among managers and employees for each shift.
  • Proficiency in using restaurant equipment, including calculators, cash registers, computers, ovens, smokers, and knives.
  • High school diploma or equivalency.
  • Food Service Manager Certificate and completion of the M.I.T. Program.
  • Ability to perform work while standing for ten to eleven hours each day, with frequent walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, cutting, carrying, kneeling, or stooping.
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 30 pounds and occasionally exert effort to lift up to 80 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the restaurant culture by delivering warm hospitality and creating a positive team environment.
  • Train, mentor, and coach team members to develop their capabilities and performance.
  • Recruit and place employees in suitable roles, create schedules, and communicate clearly.
  • Resolve guest issues and kitchen disruptions promptly.
  • Manage ordering, inventory, food cost control, and waste reduction.
  • Analyze sales, labor, and cash flow to identify trends and make business decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and labor laws.
  • Set clear goals, celebrate progress, and keep the team aligned.
  • Work hands-on in the kitchen and welcome guests to model expected standards.

About the company

Rib Crib operates a casual dining chain that serves barbecue. Its core offering is hickory-smoked meats such as ribs, brisket, pulled pork, sausage, and turkey, presented as platters and sandwiches alongside drinks. The business runs through restaurant locations and expands its reach by partnering with third-party delivery services like Grubhub, making it easy for customers to order meals. Compared with competitors, Rib Crib emphasizes traditional American barbecue with a broad, meat-focused menu and convenient delivery options to attract a wide range of diners. The company aims to give customers a straightforward, consistently satisfying barbecue experience in a sit-down setting, with additional convenience through delivery to grow its market presence.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Founded

1992

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • RibCrib launched new October 2026 meal deals, supporting traffic and check sizes.
  • The company updated its ordering app in April 2026, improving digital conversion.
  • Eight-state distribution gives RibCrib regional scale without national brand overhead.

What critics are saying

  • Springfield and Ozark directories listed RibCrib locations closed in September 2026.
  • Menu offers vary by location, signaling weak operating consistency across the chain.
  • Franchise growth depends on territory availability; stalled openings freeze the brand's expansion.

What makes RibCrib unique

  • RibCrib smokes barbecue on-site daily across more than 60 locations.
  • Its menu centers on hickory-smoked ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and turkey.
  • The app supports ordering, rewards, and delivery integration for repeat customers.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Vision Insurance