Assistant Restaurant Manager (COUNCIL BLUFFS)

The Dennis Group, Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Free meals

Team outings

Job summary

Taco John's in Council Bluffs is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our fast-paced team. You’ll work alongside the General Manager to drive sales, optimize labor, and deliver top-notch guest experiences while developing a capable crew.

We’re looking for hands-on leaders with a track record of coaching, training, and making real-time decisions during high-volume shifts. Evening and weekend availability, a valid driver’s license, and a passion for growth are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Shift Lead or Assistant Manager (fast food preferred)
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Ability to manage high-volume shifts and make real-time decisions
• Commitment to delivering speed, accuracy, and top-tier customer experience
• Availability for evenings and weekends
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to hit sales, labor, and profit goals
• Lead shifts with confidence—coach, develop, and hold your team accountable
• Build a strong, reliable crew through training and motivation
• Ensure speed, accuracy, and top-tier customer experience
• Step into leadership—run the restaurant in the GM's absence

Skills

Shift Lead experience

Assistant Manager

Leadership

Team development

Customer experience

Communication

High-volume management

Job description

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Taco John's - COUNCIL BLUFFS

At Taco John's, we're looking for a driven, experienced restaurant leader. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, know how to build strong teams, and desire to be developed to a GM-this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do

As Assistant Manager, you'll be more than a shift supervisor-you'll help drive the business:

• Partner with the General Manager to hit sales, labor, and profit goals
• Lead shifts with confidence-coach, develop, and hold your team accountable
• Build a strong, reliable crew through training and motivation
• Ensure speed, accuracy, and top-tier customer experience
• Step into leadership-run the restaurant in the GM's absence

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Shift Lead or Assistant Manager (fast food preferred)
• A leader who sets the tone, not just follows it
• Ability to manage high-volume shifts and make real-time decisions
• Strong communication and team-building skills
• Availability for evenings and weekends
• Valid driver's license

Compensation & Perks

• $17-$20/hour (DOE)
• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Free meals every shift
• Team outings, contests, and recognition programs
• Casual dress code

Who Succeeds Here

Managers who do well in this role are:

• Hands-on leaders (not desk managers)
• Competitive and goal-oriented
• Passionate about developing people
• Looking for long-term growth, not just a job