Assistant Manager Taco John’s Alexandria

Taco John's - ECHOS Management Group, Inc..; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free meals

Hands-on training

Advancement opportunities

SIMPLE IRA match

Job summary

Taco John's - ECHOS Management Group, Inc. in Alexandria, MN, is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager who can lead daily restaurant operations and step in for the General Manager when absent.

You will work closely with the management team to drive performance and guest satisfaction. We offer industry-leading benefits, including starting pay of $20/hour, bonus opportunities, health insurance for full-time staff, paid leave, retirement options, and tuition reimbursement, with real

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Demonstrated longevity with previous employers.
• Experience leading a restaurant team, preferably in quick-service.
• Ability to lead while working alongside staff.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ownership mindset and decisive leadership.
• Flexible schedule including days, nights and weekends.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proven accountability to results.

Responsibilities

• Take full leadership of the restaurant when the General Manager is not present.
• Lead shifts, keep team focused, productive and accountable.
• Train, coach, and develop employees.
• Recruit and retain great team members.
• Manage front- and back-of-house operations.
• Deliver excellent guest service.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Help manage labor, food costs, inventory and waste.
• Identify problems and take corrective action.
• Develop supervisors and future restaurant leaders.
• Collaborate with General Manager and leadership to improve performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Ownership mindset

Accountability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Taco John's of Alexandria is looking for an experienced, motivated Assistant Manager who enjoys leading people, being part of a strong team, creating a positive workplace, and taking ownership of restaurant operations.

This is an important leadership position within our restaurant. Our Assistant Manager works closely with the General Manager but must also be prepared to run the show when the General Manager is not there. We're looking for someone who can lead the team, make decisions, solve problems, maintain standards, and keep the restaurant operating at a high level.

ECHOS Management Group is a family-owned company with a hands-on leadership team. We provide our managers with consistent support, the tools to succeed, and opportunities to grow. We work hard, have fun, and believe great results begin with a great culture. Our teams are guided by the values of service above self, teamwork, respect, trust, integrity, excellence, passion, and fun.

What we offer: Industry Leading Benefits

• Starting pay of $20/hour
• Opportunity for higher starting pay based on relevant management experience and demonstrated longevity with previous employment
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health insurance options for full-time staff
• Paid Leave
• Company match SIMPLE IRA retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Free meals
• Hands-on training and ongoing support
• Real opportunities for advancement, including future General Manager opportunities for strong performers

What You'll Do

As Assistant Manager, you'll help lead the restaurant's daily operations and serve as a key member of the management team.

Responsibilities include:

• Taking full leadership of the restaurant when the General Manager is not present
• Leading shifts and keeping the team focused, productive, and accountable
• Being a strong leader and a great teammate
• Building and maintaining a positive team culture
• Training, coaching, and developing employees
• Helping recruit and retain great team members
• Managing front- and back-of-house operations
• Delivering excellent guest service
• Maintaining high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and food safety
• Helping manage labor, food costs, inventory, and waste
• Identifying problems and taking action to correct them
• Developing supervisors and future restaurant leaders
• Working closely with the General Manager and above-store leadership to improve restaurant performance

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Proven Longevity in prior positions
• Restaurant leadership or supervisory experience preferred, especially in quick-service restaurants
• Proven ability to lead a team while also being willing to jump in and work alongside them
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A dependable leader who is comfortable making decisions
• Someone who takes ownership rather than waiting to be told what to do
• Schedule flexibility, including availability to work days, as well as some nights and weekends
• Someone who is accountable to results
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license
• A strong employment history and demonstrated longevity with previous employers is highly valued

ECHOS Management Group operates four Taco John's restaurants in Minnesota and North Dakota. We're looking for someone who wants more than just another hourly job.

For the right person, this position can be a stepping stone into General Manager and additional leadership opportunities within our organization.