General Manager- Madison

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Matching

Free Meals

Flexible Schedule

Great Environment

Career Path to Ownership

No late nights

No early mornings

Job summary

Taziki's Café is seeking a results-driven restaurant general manager who will guide operations, oversee staffing, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will manage P&L, lead a diverse team, and uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced, full-service setting.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of upper management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for fresh Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of upper management experience.
• Strong work ethic and passion for fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Analyze store’s P&L to reach cost goals.
• Write weekly staff schedule to balance people development and labor costs.
• Set shift tone and give clear directions to staff.
• Mentor staff and manage training and evaluations.
• Maintain Food Safety and proper food handling standards.
• Master menu and product knowledge for guests.
• Prepare catering orders with the team.
• Oversee ordering of products, supplies, and produce.
• Screen, interview, and onboard hourly employees.
• Uphold proper cash handling and payment procedures.
• Serve guests and build meaningful connections.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Training

P&L Management

Scheduling

Customer Service

Team Development

Cash Handling

Food Safety

Menu Knowledge

Communication

Education

Food Manager Certification

2+ years restaurant management preferred

Tools

Google Suite

POS systems

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:

A typical work day at Taziki’s may look like:

• 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!