General Manager

Banditos Bar & Kitchen; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD/Acc

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Banditos Bar & Kitchen in Towson, MD is building its Restaurant Management Team and seeks energetic Operating Partners to run daily restaurant operations. The Operating Partner serves as the highest front-line manager with final say on day-to-day decisions.

You will direct the management team, control costs, ensure guest satisfaction, and develop team members. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to Banditos culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as General Manager/Operating Partner in a high-volume full-service restaurant.
• Proven cost control aligned with company standards.
• Strong Excel proficiency and inventory management experience.
• Experience managing a beverage program and back-of-house functions.
• Excellent communication, leadership, time management, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the restaurant management team with scheduling and expectations.
• Manage performance through evaluations, coaching, and accountability.
• Plan and implement weekly, monthly, and yearly budgets.
• Oversee operations to ensure a great guest experience.
• Hire, train, and develop team members for larger roles.
• Drive guest engagement and community relations.
• Ensure safe food handling procedures.
• Maintain Banditos culture and align with company values.

Skills

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Back of House operations

Delegation

Time management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

Who We Are:

A rebellious passion for never-ending fun, Banditos Bar & Kitchen is a “Taco Temple” inspired by the mouthwatering flavors of Mexican street food. We are more than a group of restaurants dedicated to excellent service and delicious food. We are a high-performance team comprised of a variety of individuals, personalities, and skill sets. Our culture is driven by a highly energized team that shares a set of core values empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves. Team member success is our goal, we recruit top talent to develop and promote from within. We aim to offer memorable experiences for our guests and teams, with the end goal of gaining lifetime supporters.

Summary:

We are building our Restaurant Management Team and are currently searching for energetic Operating Partners who will run the daily operations of the Banditos restaurant team! The Operating Partner is the restaurant’s highest front-line manager, and has final say on all day-to-day operations within their store.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct the work of the restaurant management team including scheduling, assigning responsibilities, and setting expectations
• Manage performance of the team, including performance evaluations, coaching and accountability
• Plan and implement weekly, monthly, and yearly financial budgets
• Oversee all operations to ensure a great Guest experience
• Role model and hold Team Members accountable to operational and quality standards
• Foster open communication between Team Members and Management team
• Influence Team Member behaviors by championing restaurant initiatives
• Drive business results by utilizing Banditos systems to effectively control costs
• Follow operational procedures, such as our performing quality line checks and table touches
• Hire, train, retain, and develop Team Members to take on larger roles
• Drive Guest engagement within the four walls of the restaurant while developing relationships within the community
• Understand and practice safe food handling procedures
• Communicate and embody Banditos culture and cultural beliefs

Benefits of Working Here:

Our benefits exemplify our commitment to ensuring team members and their families are well taken care of, safe and secure. Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive Base Pay with full paid training
• Bonus program based on both revenue and profit
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD/Accident/Hospital Indemnity Plans available to full-time team members
• Free Logo Wear
• Discounts on food with quarterly card
• Paid Time off for full-time team members
• Sick Time Off
• 401(k) plan & Company Match available for full-time team members

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Restaurant type:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Minimum 3 years of General Manager/Operating Partner experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant environment
• Ability to demonstrate cost control according to company standards
• Proficient in Excel
• Previous experience managing an extensive beverage program
• Demonstrated proficiency in Back of House functions
• Experience with inventory management systems
• Ability to delegate responsibilities when needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa Sponsorship
• Must have valid driver's license and own reliable transportation

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing and moving around restaurant at a fast pace
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the restaurant’s facilities.

Qualifications Guidelines:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Banditos Tacos and Tequila, LLC committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or team member based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the operation of the business. Please contact the HR Team if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.