Restaurant GM: Lead People, Profit & Guest Experience

Taco-Bell; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Lyders Payroll Inc, a Taco Bell franchisee, seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead a busy QSR location. You will supervise operations, coach a high-performing team, and ensure top-tier service while safeguarding food quality, safety, and cleanliness.

You will drive profitability through labor, inventory, and process improvements, delivering a consistent guest experience and a positive work culture in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of leadership experience in QSR or retail with P&L accountability.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent communication and proven team-building track record.
• Passion for delivering excellence in food quality, service, cleanliness, and speed.
• Proficient in basic business math and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Build People Capability and lead with purpose across the team.
• Recruit and train top talent to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
• Develop a robust bench of Managers and Team Members for growth.
• Provide clear direction, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Be a culture champion aligned with brand values and policies.
• Deliver a consistent customer experience and safe, welcoming environment.
• Oversee labor scheduling, inventory, and health & safety standards.
• Resolve customer issues and train teammates to exceed service expectations.
• Drive guest insights to elevate the experience and profits.
• Develop and execute restaurant-specific Annual Operating Plans.

Skills

Leadership

P&L accountability

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Conflict-resolution

Communication

Team building

Business math

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Team Lyders Payroll Inc, a Taco Bell franchisee, seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead a busy QSR location. You will supervise operations, coach a high-performing team, and ensure top-tier service while safeguarding food quality, safety, and cleanliness.

You will drive profitability through labor, inventory, and process improvements, delivering a consistent guest experience and a positive work culture in a fast-paced environment.