Multi-Unit Restaurant District Manager: Leadership & Growth

Tacodeli; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead efforts to implement brand standards, optimize labor and food costs, and deliver consistent performance across locations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of multi-unit restaurant leadership experience overseeing 5+ locations.
• New restaurant openings experience preferred.
• Proven track record of improving sales, profitability, guest satisfaction, and operational performance.
• Experience recruiting, coaching, and developing General Managers and leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of restaurant financials, including labor cost, food cost, and profit optimization.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and restaurant management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and retain General Managers, Assistant General Managers, and Kitchen Managers.
• Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and development planning for restaurant leaders.
• Build leadership bench strength through succession planning and training initiatives.
• Support restaurant management teams with hiring, onboarding, training, retention, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, engagement, and operational excellence.
• Ensure consistent execution of company standards, operating procedures, and brand initiatives.
• Conduct regular restaurant visits, audits, and operational assessments to drive performance improvements.
• Maintain compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health, safety, and employment regulations.
• Hold management teams accountable for food quality, service standards, cleanliness, maintenance, and execution.
• Partner with the People Team on employee relations, policy compliance, and performance concerns.
• Serve as the primary liaison between restaurant teams and senior leadership.
• Drive sales growth and profitability across the district.
• Monitor and manage KPIs including sales, labor cost, food cost, guest satisfaction, and profitability.
• Review staffing plans and labor schedules to maximize efficiency while maintaining service standards.
• Develop action plans with restaurant leaders to improve financial and operational results.
• Ensure effective inventory management, waste reduction, and cost-control practices.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Communication

Operational excellence

Financial acumen

Time management

Restaurant software

Tools

Restaurant management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead efforts to implement brand standards, optimize labor and food costs, and deliver consistent performance across locations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.