General Manager- Trussville

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible Schedule

Career Path to Ownership

Free Meals

Great Environment

No late nights

No early mornings

Job summary

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe is seeking an experienced store manager to lead operations, mentor a growing team, and drive profitability. You will oversee P&L, staffing, food safety, and guest service while upholding brand standards in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires at least 3 years in upper management, a strong work ethic, and a passion for fresh Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Expect a structured schedule with opportunities for growth and a clear path to ownership.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age
• Minimum of 3 years of upper management experience
• Strong work ethic and passion for fresh food
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment
• Experience building and mentoring a team
• Proven ability to set and achieve goals
• Experience with restaurant P&L and cost controls
• Strong leadership, communication, and recruiting skills
• Willingness to obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after starting

Responsibilities

• Analyze store P&L and plan cost-driven paths to targets
• Write weekly staff schedules aligning development and labor costs
• Set the shift tone with clear directions on goals and duties
• Mentor staff and manage quality crew development and evaluations
• Ensure Food Safety excellence and proper food handling
• Master menu/product knowledge and catering orders
• Support and cover kitchen stations when needed
• Order products and manage supplies
• Screen and onboard hourly employees
• Ensure cash handling and payment procedures
• Provide guest service and meaningful connections
• Maintain Health Department standards
• Follow Alcohol Handling policies and proper food storage
• Maintain hygiene, uniforms, and appearance

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Budget & P&L management

Staff scheduling

Food safety

Food cost control

Restaurant operations

Customer service

Team motivation

Education

Food Manager certification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance!
• 401(k) matching program for eligible employees!
• Flexible Schedule!
• Career Path to Ownership!

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

(with or without a reasonable accommodation)

• 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!