Area Coach

Taco Bell Corp.; Green Cove Springs (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

401(k) with match

Job summary

Taco Bell is seeking an Area Coach to lead 4-7 corporate locations with total annual sales of $10–$12M+. You will empower Restaurant General Managers through training and coaching, set ambitious goals, and drive operational excellence across the market.

You will mentor and motivate unit leaders, ensure safety standards, manage staffing and hiring decisions, and support national training initiatives to elevate performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of high-sales volume ops management in a Fortune 500 environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong analytical skills in business math and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Restaurant General Managers to meet sales, customer satisfaction, and profit targets.
• Coach and train managers; oversee national training initiatives.
• Maintain staffing levels based on sales trends; participate in hiring decisions.
• Uphold OSHA and safety codes; enforce company safety policies.
• Address employee relations issues; support R&M with business partners.

Skills

Operations Management

Leadership

Staff Training

Financial Acumen

Customer Satisfaction

Communication

Hiring & Firing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Job:As an Area Coach, you'll be at the helm of 4-7 dynamic corporate locations, driving success across restaurants with total sales averaging $10-$12M+. You'll lead the charge in operational excellence, empowering and supporting Restaurant Managers through impactful training and coaching. Your role involves setting ambitious goals, tackling challenges head-on, and enhancing processes to set new standards for our brand. With a strong focus on people, you'll inspire and motivate Unit Level Management and their teams, ensuring recognition and mentorship are key parts of your leadership approach.The Day-to-Day:Lead and support Restaurant General Managers to ensure customer satisfaction, achieve sales goals, and meet profit targets.Work with managers to reach flow-thru objectives, use reports to spot opportunities, and enforce operational procedures.Coach and train managers at all levels, support national training initiatives, and oversee new employee orientation.Maintain and optimize management staffing levels, anticipate staffing needs based on sales/seasonal trends and participate in hiring and firing decisions.Uphold the highest standards of OSHA, health and safety codes, and company safety policies.Drive recognition and motivation across the market.Address Employee Relations (ER) issues proactively, providing assistance as needed.Resolve chronic Repair & Maintenance (R&M) issues, identify trends, and work with R&M Business Partners.Is This You?3-5 years of high-sales volume operational management experience in a Fortune 500 environment; 4-year degree preferred.Proven track record in selecting, coaching, and developing managerial employees.Proficient in business math, accounting, and analytical/decision-making skills.Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.Demonstrated ability to enhance customer satisfaction, financial performance, and employee satisfaction.Exceptional team-building abilities.Flexibility to work varied hours and spend at least 30 hours a week in restaurants.Internal Promotion QualificationsCurrent Taco Bell employee with success in high sales volume, or equivalent ops management experience in Fortune 500 environmentsConsistent avg. supreme score A & BNo underperforming stores (Supreme score C or F)Evidence of successful coverage of area while ACs are on leaveServed as a mentor to potential and new RGMsSuccessful or higher mid and year end performance appraisal ratings for minimum two cyclesWork-Hard, Play-Hard:Competitive starting salary with bonus planDay 1-comprehensive medical and dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidaysTuition reimbursement and education benefitsDiscounts for life’s adventures (ex: theme parks, wireless plans, etc.)Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vestingHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accountsOpportunities to support the Taco Bell Foundation’s educational initiatives and programs.Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name