Restaurant General Manager

Taco Bell - Leeds St Johns; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive training & development

Employee discount

Job summary

Taco Bell - Leeds St Johns is seeking a Restaurant General Manager for a full-time, on-site role in Leeds. The position covers a 45-hour work week, with a competitive salary and a performance bonus structure.

You will build capability, lead the management team, and drive memorable QXR experiences, while ensuring profitable restaurant operations and strong customer engagement. The Live Mas culture emphasizes Mas Heart, Mas Value, and Mas Flavour, with 28 days holiday, comprehensive training, and

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in fast-paced hospitality or restaurant environments.
• Ability to manage P&L, drive sales, and improve profitability.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people-development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the restaurant management team and crew.
• Drive memorable customer experiences and Live Mas culture on every shift.
• Own restaurant performance: manage P&L, sales growth, and profitability.
• Set the tone by leading with energy and creating a positive, engaging work environment.
• Ensure safe, legal, and compliant daily operations across all areas.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Team development

Customer focus

Sales mindset

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