Dynamic Store Manager: Fast-Paced Restaurant Leader

Taco Rico/Taco Works; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Taco Rico / Taco Works is seeking an experienced Store Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, lead the team, ensure top customer service, and drive profitability. The role focuses on food quality, health compliance, and a fast-paced, family-friendly atmosphere.

Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years in QSR/fast-casual management, strong leadership, and proficiency with POS and scheduling tools. Availability includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3+ years restaurant management experience in QSR or Fast-Casual environments.
• Valid Food Protection Manager Certification (ServSafe or local equivalent) required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure adherence to brand standards during peak service times.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and mentor store staff; foster a collaborative, positive team culture.
• Drive exceptional guest satisfaction through high food quality and fast, friendly service.
• Oversee store profitability, labor budgets, and food costs; manage inventory and shrinkage.
• Maintain strict health codes, food safety regulations, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Assist with local promotions, catering orders, and community outreach.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

POS systems

Inventory management

Budgeting

COGS awareness

Education

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Tools

Scheduling software

Inventory software

Job description

Taco Rico / Taco Works is seeking an experienced Store Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, lead the team, ensure top customer service, and drive profitability. The role focuses on food quality, health compliance, and a fast-paced, family-friendly atmosphere.

Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years in QSR/fast-casual management, strong leadership, and proficiency with POS and scheduling tools. Availability includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.