General Manager

Taco Bell; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off

Free meals

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarships

Leadership training

Taco Perks discounts

Gym membership subsidy

Employee assistance

Job summary

Taco Bell is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead our Cary location with a focus on people development, profitability, and guest satisfaction. You will drive daily operations, recruit and train teams, and ensure service excellence in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, financial discipline, and a commitment to safety, quality, and brand standards across all activities.

Qualifications

• Passion for people-first leadership in fast-paced environments.
• Proven P&L management and operational success.
• Strong communication that motivates teams and builds trust.
• Strategic and organized, with adaptability to change.
• Experience in restaurant, retail, or hospitality leadership (2+ years).
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to grow into leaders themselves.
• Oversee daily operations, drive profitability, and manage costs.
• Deliver fast, friendly, high-quality service to guests.
• Hire, train, and develop top talent for long-term growth.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture and coach through challenges.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and brand standards.
• Keep operations running smoothly with scheduling and local marketing.

Skills

People-first leadership

P&L management

Operational excellence

Team development

Strategic planning

Communication

Customer service

Compliance & safety

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: 0069 TB Walnut St – 2101 Walnut St, Cary, NC 27511 – Restaurant General Manager – Lead Boldly.

Note: This role requires a 50-hour work week.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Performance bonus – Earn every 4 weeks based on your restaurant’s success
• Comprehensive health benefits – We cover a significant portion of medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• Work‑life balance – Enjoy 4 weeks of paid time off per year, starting day one
• Free meals – Because tacos make everything better
• Financial security – 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage
• Career growth & development – Tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and leadership training programs
• Exclusive perks – Taco Perks discounts and a subsidized gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program – Support for you and your family when you need it most

What You’ll Do as a General Manager

• Lead and inspire your team – Create a culture where people love coming to work and grow into leaders themselves
• Run a winning business – Oversee daily operations, drive profitability, and manage costs with excellence
• Deliver exceptional experiences – Ensure every guest enjoys fast, friendly, high‑quality service
• Hire, train, and develop top talent – Build a team that’s motivated, engaged, and ready to grow
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture – Celebrate wins, coach through challenges, and recognize great work
• Ensure compliance and safety – Maintain brand, health, and operational standards
• Keep things running smoothly – Oversee scheduling, maintenance, and local marketing execution

Qualifications – Who You Are

• A passionate, people‑first leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Business‑minded with proven P&L management and operational success
• A strong communicator who motivates others and builds trust
• Strategic and organized, yet flexible enough to handle whatever comes your way
• Experienced in restaurant, retail, or hospitality leadership (2+ years preferred)
• Must be 18 years or older

Ready to lead with purpose, inspire your team, and make your mark? Join the Taco Bell | Luihn VantEdge family and grow with a brand that believes in you.

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees.