General Manager

Welcome and thank you for your interest in joining our team!

We’re excited that you’re considering a career with us. At Sud Stop Car Wash, we’re always looking for individuals who bring passion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in everything they do. This application is your first step toward becoming part of a team that values collaboration, growth, and meaningful impact.

Working for Sud Stop definitely has it perks:

Comprehensive Benefits – including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement plans.

Work-Life Balance Support – paid time off, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and other forms of protected leave across our companies.

Wellness & Lifestyle Perks – employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and access to voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, and critical illness coverage.

Growth & Opportunity – a culture of training, development, and internal promotion, with clear pathways for career advancement!

We look forward to learning more about you!

GENERAL MANAGER

Do you have experience managing express car washes? Can you drive sales and provide exemplary customer service? Sud Stop Car Wash is looking to hire a General Manager to join our team in Smithfield, NC and it could be you!

The annual salary for this position is between $65,000 - $75,000 based on experience plus bonus eligibility ! We offer competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. We also offer 401(k) with company match and PTO.

The ideal applicant is a hands-on operator who loves leading people, takes ownership of results, and thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You see every vehicle and every guest as an opportunity to grow your team, your business, and your career.

ABOUT SUD STOP CAR WASH

Sud Stop Car Wash is one of the fastest-growing express car-wash brands in the Southeast, built on integrity, operational excellence, and a customer-first mindset. We don’t just wash cars — we build careers and communities. Our leaders act like owners, drive results, and create environments where great people can thrive.

At Sud Stop Car Wash, the relationship with our customers and our service is the cornerstone of our success. At Sud Stop, we believe that every car deserves to shine. With a passion for cleanliness and a commitment to exceptional service, we strive to exceed our customers' expectations with every wash.

As we continue to grow, we seek to hire dedicated team members to help us grow and drive results that outperform our peers.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

We’re looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial General Manager . This role is the on-site CEO — accountable for people, performance, and profitability. You’ll build a high-energy team, deliver an outstanding guest experience, and operate the wash like it’s your own business.

As a General Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our car wash facility, ensuring smooth workflow, exceptional service delivery, and profitability.

Leading by example and demonstrating our CORE values, you'll directly impact our company's growth and success. You'll have high expectations for yourself, sharpen your skills, build relationships, and impeccable industry-specific acumen; plus, you'll love working with your team daily. If this is the right opportunity for you, apply today!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A GENERAL MANAGER

Bachelor's Degree Required - Business Administration Degree preferred. Associate’s Degree or equivalent hands-on management experience accepted.

3+ years of multi-unit or high-volume management (QSR, retail, automotive, car wash, or similar).

Demonstrated P&L ownership and data-driven decision making.

2+ years of management experience (i.e., car wash, retail sales, restaurant, front desk, site management)

Strong leadership presence and the ability to motivate hourly teams.

Mechanically inclined and comfortable learning tunnel equipment.

Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new applications

Valid driver's license with access to reliable transportation

Able to walk/sit/stand for extended periods in various weather conditions outside

Able to operate POS and other typical office machines

Experience in a leadership role at a car wash is highly preferred. We seek someone who can prioritize and multi-task independently in a fast-paced environment. You should also be an excellent communicator, organized, detail-oriented, diplomatic, and a team player.

WORK SCHEDULE

We're open 7 days a week. 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Weekend and holiday shifts are required.

The General Manager's work schedule will be Tuesday through Saturday.

Salaried Team Members will expect to work 50 hours per week; however, the workload may require the Team Member to work more or fewer hours per week.

Job Location: 100 Smithfield Crossing Drive, Smithfield, North Carolina 27284

Thank you for taking the time to apply and share your background with us. We recognize the effort that goes into this process, and we truly appreciate your interest in becoming part of our team. If there’s a mutual fit, we’ll be in touch with next steps. In the meantime, we wish you all the best in your professional journey!

Sud Stop Car Wash is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability status.