Trends may come and go but there's no stopping a great sandwich. Obviously, we're a little biased. But we do want to help you make a smart career choice. An important factor in that decision is just how competitive your new restaurant will be - not just now but also in the future. McAlister's Deli serves up salads, spuds, soups and desserts. Mostly, though, we're known for our sandwiches. That's a menu item which has been popular since 1765 when John Montague (otherwise known as the Earl of Sandwich) first slapped a piece of beef between two slices of bread. So while it might be tempting to go with the restaurant concept du jour, we suggest choosing a place whose only theme is really outstanding food.

Our uniforms are comfortable, casual and don't provoke laughter in public. Polyester jumpsuits? Multicolored suspenders? Not in this lifetime! Our work attire features items you won't be ashamed to hang in your own closet, like khaki pants, knit shirts and tees. Hey, our concept didn't come from some power-tie wearing executive. It was a dentist from Oxford, Mississippi. Our atmosphere may be casual but our approach to business is anything but. We're one of the fastest growing restaurant chains in the Southeast, with plans to go from coast to coast. And you can bet we won't be slowing down anytime soon.

We don't serve breakfast. Or booze. It's a great deal for people who appreciate their sleep. Most folks need about eight hours of shut-eye every night. So what happens when your last call is 2:00 a.m. and then you're up again with the bacon-and-eggs crew? Zombification. Fortunately, at McAlister's, our days run a merciful 12 hours or less. To us quality of life is very important. Our employees receive good benefits and competitive pay. Our working environment is clean and comfortable (no deep fryers and only minimal cooking). And we prepare all manager recruits with an extensive training program, in both restaurant and classroom environments. It's challenging but we promise there will be no all-nighters.

If you think a career at McAlister's Deli is right for you, please click on the Application button on the left, complete the application and email it back to us; please specify the restaurant location you prefer. You may also print out the application, complete it and bring it to your local McAlister's Deli restaurant.

McAlister's Manager Benefits

Medical/Dental Plan: The Bistro Group Health and Dental is a PPO Plan (Preferred Provider Organization) with an extensive provider directory. The monthly contribution for single coverage is fully paid by the Company and begins on your date of hire. Another way that Friday's emphasizes that the employees are the most important assets to the company.

Vacation: In accordance with our vacation policy, your year of hire vacation will be prorated based on your date of hire (approximately one day per month to a maximum of 10 days). In your first full calendar year and through year five, you will be eligible for two weeks. Years six through ten are three weeks. After the tenth year, you are eligible for four weeks.

Short Term Disability: The Company's Short Term Disability Plan makes you eligible to receive your current eligible salary or 60% of eligible salary for a qualifying event. Benefits are available on your first day of work!

Long Term Disability: The Company's Long Term Disability Plan is at no cost to you. The plan allows you to receive 60% of eligible salary for any qualifying event after 13 weeks of disability. Again, this benefit is available on your first day.

Life Insurance: Managers will receive one and one half times their annual salary up to $50,000.00 with the option to purchase additional coverage. Protection for you and your family at no cost to you!

401(k): You will be eligible to enroll in the plan after three months of service and after meeting all plan criteria. The plan allows you to save for your retirement on a pre-tax basis. You are eligible to contribute up to 22% of your eligible income and The Company will match 50% on the first 6% after one year of service. The vesting schedule for matched dollars will be presented during orientation.