Restaurant General Manager Taco John's

tacojohnstc; Little Canada (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary 59K+

100% paid health insurance

401K match

Life, dental, LTD insurance

Vacation and PTO

Job summary

Taco John’s is seeking a General Manager to lead daily store operations in Minnesota. You will supervise staff, ensure high-quality guest experiences, and uphold our brand standards across all stations. Expect fast-paced, community-focused work with strong team leadership and operational accountability.

The role emphasizes people leadership, cost control, and implementing local marketing plans to keep Taco John’s engaged with the neighborhood. Sundays and alternate weekends off are provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years managing staff.
• 2+ years in the restaurant industry (fast food/fast casual preferred).
• Strong written, oral and IT communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, trains and develops a restaurant staff that delivers the Taco John's Brand expectations for personal service, quality products, and a neighborhood atmosphere that welcomes our guests as part of the Taco John's family.
• Writes schedules and communicates work processes within budget and performance guidelines.
• Meets all budget expectations for Food Costs, Labor, and Controllables.

Skills

Staff management

Communication

IT communication

Job description

RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER TACO JOHN'S

Our General Managers have direct responsibility for the day to day operations of their store and must be available and accessible during store operating hours. The ideal candidate will have a strong employee management background, thrive on goal-driven competitions, and enjoy a fast-paced retail work environment.

Our General Managers master every skill station and can be seen working all stations in the restaurant. They learn the names [and orders!] of their guests and is comfortable interacting within the community.

The Taco John's guest has known us for 50+ years. They come back because they love our food and trust their neighborhood team to deliver their PERSONAL TJ EXPERIENCE. Our General Managers protect this legacy by building strong relationships with guests, staff, and the community they serve.

Taco John's General Managers Lead, Manage, and are Accountable for:

PEOPLE

• Recruits, trains and develops a restaurant staff that delivers the Taco John's Brand expectations for personal service, quality products, and a neighborhood atmosphere that welcomes our guests as part of the Taco John's family
• Writes schedules and communicates work processes within budget and performance guidelines
• Tracks employee accomplishments, individual growth and rewards achievements

PRODUCT

• Orders and manages all ingredients with a Food Safety First mentality
• Insures that team follows all Brand and Company standards regarding food management systems
• Follows the TJ Brand standards for menu preparation and uses tools provided to insure the best Taco John's product is served on every shift

PROFIT

• Meets all budget expectations for Food Costs, Labor, and Controllables
• Builds and executes LSM plans that keep TJs involved in the community

PROPERTY

• Maintains the highest standard for clean facilities and grounds
• Uses TJ Brand and Company standards and tools to engage all staff in cleaning activities

QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years managing staff

2+ years in the restaurant industry-fast food/fast casual preferred

Strong written, oral and IT communication skills and organizational habits

PACKAGE

• Competitive Starting Salary 59K+
• 100% Paid Health Insurance
• 401K Match - Vested Day 1
• Life, Dental, LTD Insurance Options
• Vacation and PTO Package

Sundays OFF*

Every Other Weekend OFF*

E.O.E.

* - Unless Store Operations dictate otherwise