Restaurant GM: Build Teams, Drive Profits, Elevate Service

Taco Bell; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Lyders proudly operates over 200 Taco Bell locations across Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Illinois. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, fostering a positive work culture, and empowering our team members to grow and succeed.

Through strong leadership and operational excellence, we strive to make a lasting impact in every community we serve. The Day-to-Day: Build People Capability, Deliver a Consistent Customer Experience, Grow the Brand, Sales, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED minimum.
• 2-4 years of leadership experience in the QSR or retail environment, with P&L accountability.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven track record in team building.
• Passion for delivering excellence in food quality, service, cleanliness, and operational speed.
• Proficient in basic business math and computer literacy.
• A dynamic, energetic, and proactive leader who drives results and inspires the team.
• Willingness to work a 50-hour workweek, including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead with purpose, resolve conflicts, and drive results through others.
• Recruit and train top-tier talent to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
• Develop a robust bench of Managers and Team Members ready for growth.
• Provide clear direction, mentorship, and performance feedback for all team members.
• Be a culture champion by exemplifying Team Lyders' core values and principles.
• Ensure timely and effective execution of all corporate and local initiatives.
• Foster a safe and welcoming environment for employees and customers.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including labor scheduling, food supply management, and maintaining health and safety standards.
• Resolve customer issues and train team members to exceed service expectations.
• Leverage customer insights to elevate the guest experience.
• Manage Profit & Loss through cash control, inventory management, and labor optimization.
• Maintain facilities and equipment to brand standards through preventative maintenance plans.
• Monitor sales and operational performance, coaching the team to achieve growth targets.
• Develop and execute restaurant-specific Annual Operating Plans.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Team building

P&L accountability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer literacy

Basic math

Job description

Team Lyders proudly operates over 200 Taco Bell locations across Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Illinois. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, fostering a positive work culture, and empowering our team members to grow and succeed.

Through strong leadership and operational excellence, we strive to make a lasting impact in every community we serve. The Day-to-Day: Build People Capability, Deliver a Consistent Customer Experience, Grow the Brand, Sales, and