Restaurant General Manager

Taco Bell - Leeds Cardigan Fields; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Training & apprenticeships

Employee discount

Pension

Leadership development

Growth with brand

Job summary

Taco Bell - Leeds Cardigan Fields is seeking a proactive Restaurant General Manager to lead a busy Quick Experience Restaurant. You’ll develop your team, optimize operations, and deliver memorable Live Mas experiences that drive guest satisfaction and sales growth.

This full-time role offers a 45-hour week, a competitive salary with a performance bonus, 28 days holiday, comprehensive training, and a pension scheme as you build a thriving restaurant and advance with the brand.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in fast-paced hospitality settings.
• Ability to coach and develop management teams.
• Proven track record delivering sales growth.
• Eligibility to work in the UK on a full-time basis.
• Strong business and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Build people capability by coaching your management team.
• Deliver memorable QXR experiences for customers.
• Own restaurant P&L and drive profitability.
• Lead by example and foster a positive Live Mas culture.
• Ensure safe, legal, and compliant daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Customer focus

P&L management

Sales mindset

Work eligibility UK

Job description

Restaurant General Manager

Who We Are

Taco Bell isn't your typical fast-food restaurant - we're a Quick Experience Restaurant (QXR), which means we're not just about speed, we're about creating memorable experiences. We're a Mexican-inspired brand that's all about Live Mas.

We're looking for people who want to be part of something bold, fun, and different - not just serve food, but create moments that make people's day better.

The Live Mas Culture

Working at Taco Bell means embodying our Live Mas values every shift:

• Mas Heart - Show genuine care for customers and your team, create connections, and make everyone feel welcome
• Mas Value - Deliver quality at the right price, make every penny count, and give customers reasons to come back
• Mas Flavour - Bring bold, exciting experiences to life - be creative, have fun, and make every shift memorable

Job Details

• 45-hour per week contract
• Competitive salary with performance bonus structure
• Full-time, permanent position

What You'll Do

• Build people capability - Lead, coach, and develop your management team and crew, creating a culture rooted in Mas Heart, Mas Value, and Mas Flavour
• Deliver memorable QXR experiences - Ensure every customer interaction creates moments that matter and reflects our commitment to experience over transaction
• Own business performance - Lead the restaurant's P&L, drive sales growth, and deliver strong profitability
• Set the tone - Lead by example, embodying Live Mas values and creating an environment of recognition, engagement, and fun
• Drive operational excellence - Ensure safe, legal, and compliant daily operations across all areas

What We're Looking For

• A Live Mas attitude - Someone who leads with energy, authenticity, and genuine passion
• Proven leadership - Experience leading and developing teams in operational, fast-paced environments
• Mas Heart in action - You build strong relationships, create belonging, and genuinely care about your people's growth
• Business acumen - Strong P&L management, sales performance, and strategic thinking
• Drive and passion - Natural energy, resilience, and a 'can do' mentality
• Eligibility to work in the UK on a full-time, permanent basis

What You'll Get

• 45-hour per week contract with competitive salary
• Performance bonus structure based on business results
• 28 days holiday annually
• Comprehensive training & development including apprenticeships at every level
• Employee discount on delicious food
• Company pension scheme
• Leadership development and progression opportunities
• The chance to build a thriving restaurant and grow with the brand