General Manager- Cool Springs

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Matching

Meal Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Great Environment

Ownership Path

No late nights

No early mornings

Job summary

Taziki's Café is seeking an experienced restaurant manager to lead daily operations in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee P&L, scheduling, guest service, and staff development to drive performance and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, food safety expertise, and a passion for fresh, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. This full-time role offers a supportive team, growth, and a path toward ownership.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of upper management experience.
• Must obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing store’s P&L to reach cost goals.
• Write weekly staff schedules to balance development and labor costs.
• Set the tone for shifts and give clear directions on goals and duties.
• Mentor staff and manage training and evaluations.
• Ensure Food Safety standards and compliance.
• Master menu and product knowledge.
• Prepare catering orders with the team.
• Support kitchen and other stations as needed.
• Order products, supplies, and produce.
• Screen, interview, and onboard hourly employees.
• Handle cash and payments properly.
• Serve guests and build connections.
• Maintain Health Department standards.
• Follow Alcohol Handling policies.
• Ensure proper food handling and storage.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Staff scheduling

Food safety

Communication

Team mentoring

Operations management

Hiring

Google Suite

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Benefits Offered | Wage Information

• Paid Time Off!
• Quarterly Bonus Program!
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance!
• 401(k) matching program for eligible employees!
• FREE Delicious Meals!
• Flexible Schedule!
• Great Environment!
• Career Path to Ownership!
• No late nights, no early mornings!

Job Summary

Management Positions are Full Time only.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzing your store’s P&L and deciding a path to reach your cost goals
• Writing a weekly staff schedule to achieve both people development and labor cost goals
• Setting the tone for the shift and giving clear, calm directions to your staff about their goals and duties
• Supervising and mentoring your staff members and managing quality crew development, motivation, training, and evaluations
• Being an expert in Food Safety
• Mastering menu and product knowledge
• Preparing catering orders with your team
• Supporting or working stations when needed (kitchen included)
• Ordering products, supplies, and produce
• Screening, interviewing, and onboarding hourly employees
• Proper cash handling and payment procedures
• Serving guests, making meaningful connections with them
• Maintaining Health Department Standards throughout each shift
• Following proper Alcohol Handling policies and procedures
• Ensuring proper food handling and storage of food products
• Maintaining proper hygiene, uniform, and appearance

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Minimum of 3 years of upper management experience
• Strong work ethic, desire to exceed guests’ expectations, and a real passion for fresh food
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Looking for the chance to build, develop, and mentor a team
• Enjoy the challenge of setting goals and hitting them
• Sufficient experience and knowledge of restaurant Profit and Loss statements
• Working knowledge of Google Suite and computer literacy
• Excellent leadership, customer service, and communication skills
• Ability to recruit, train, retain, and motivate quality employees
• Motivated, self-initiated, and team oriented
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Demonstrate sound decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Must have or obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment

All Employees Must:

• Understand and abide by all company standards and policies (provided in your handbook)
• Obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment

Your Working Conditions / Hours:

• Morning shift - 7am - 4pm
• Mid shift - 10am to 8pm
• Evenings - 3pm - 10pm
• Weekends - when applicable
• Holidays - when applicable (always CLOSED Thanksgiving & Christmas!)

*Hours will vary by store.

You may work in a typical restaurant kitchen environment which includes but is not limited to using equipment such as a flattop and char grill, oven, slicer, mixer and food processor.

Your Physical Requirements:

• Walking/standing for extended periods
• Reaching
• Bending
• Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds
• Wiping
• Twisting
• Cooking

Taziki’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Company Overview

Taziki's Café is a fast-casual restaurant brand with more than 90 locations in 17 states. Our menu is Mediterranean-inspired with a Southern flair, and our mission is to create an environment that combines modern Mediterranean fare with meaningful human connection. We are a family of big-hearted foodies committed to making an impact in our communities!