Restaurant General Manager

Border Foods LLC; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus program

Education programs

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Free food

Paid time off

Job summary

Border Foods LLC is seeking a General Manager to lead their Taco Bell franchise in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. This role involves managing the restaurant operations, guiding the team to deliver outstanding customer service, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.

Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in restaurant management, a track record of successful hiring, and a proven ability to develop strategies that drive profitability. Competitive pay plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of restaurant or retail experience, or equivalent education.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Willingness to work varying hours including early morning, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate the restaurant and lead a team providing great food and service.
• Guide team members to ensure duties are completed safely and with quality.
• Drive customer service and maintain a superior customer experience.
• Develop strategies for restaurant success using P&L data.

Skills

Restaurant or retail experience

Sales building

P&L statements

Recruiting and training

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServeSafe Certified

Job description

Overview

Border Foods, a leading privately held Taco Bell franchisee, partners with employees across all roles to uphold core values of Accountability, Integrity, Family, Excellence, Teamwork, and Empowerment. As General Manager, you will reinforce these values, build a strong team, and ensure the restaurant delivers the best guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate the entire restaurant, leading a team that consistently provides great food and friendly service.
• Guide team members and Shift Leaders, ensuring all duties are completed and food is served safely, with high quality.
• Schedule and deploy the team accurately; monitor performance and hold team members accountable to standards.
• Drive fast, friendly customer service and maintain a superior customer experience.
• Maintain the point‑of‑sale system, report failures, and verify download accuracy for pricing and menu updates.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met, and comply with all local, state, and federal laws and guidelines.
• Build unity within the team by fostering cross‑functional relationships and resolving employee issues promptly.
• Motivate the team through active listening, communication, and coaching; promote a recognition culture.
• Represent Border Foods in handling customer complaints, seeking effective solutions.
• Develop short‑term and long‑term strategies for restaurant success, using P&L data to drive profitability.
• Source, hire, and develop excellent team members; conduct new‑hire orientation and training plans.
• Implement cash handling policies, labor, inventory, and waste controls to minimize loss.
• Build team capabilities by providing learning and development opportunities and career guidance.
• Share ideas and leverage tools that foster individual and business growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of restaurant or retail experience, or equivalent education.
• Experience with sales building, P&L statements, recruiting, and training.
• Proven track record of successful hiring and retention.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServeSafe Certified.
• Willingness to work early morning, evenings, late night, weekends, and some holidays; schedule may change.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $50,000–$100,000 per year plus top‑tier bonus potential up to $40,000 annually.
• Bonus program and annual “Best of the Best” trip to Mexico for top performers.
• Education programs, including GED and tuition reimbursement.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for all positions, including part‑time.
• Free food.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday).
• Vacation donation program.

Schedule & Physical Demands

The role requires sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours. Physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Border Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with Disabilities and does not discriminate based on gender identity or sexual orientation.