Restaurant GM: Lead Teams, Elevate Service & Profit

Taco-Bell; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Lyders Payroll Inc, a Taco Bell franchisee, seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead operations with a focus on customer satisfaction, profitability, and team development. You will drive standards, coach a motivated staff, and implement financial controls to maximize performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to operational excellence in a fast-paced QSR environment. Expect a demanding 50-hour week with evenings and weekends as required.

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.

Responsibilities

• Build People Capability and lead with purpose.
• Recruit and train top-tier talent to deliver outstanding experiences.
• Develop a bench of managers and team members for growth.
• Provide mentorship and performance feedback to all team members.
• Oversee labor scheduling, food supply management, and health & safety standards.
• Resolve customer issues and train staff to exceed service expectations.
• Drive guest experience through insights and brand standards.
• Manage Profit & Loss through cash control and inventory management.

Skills

Leadership

P&L accountability

Analytical skills

Communication

Team building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Excel

Job description

Team Lyders Payroll Inc, a Taco Bell franchisee, seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead operations with a focus on customer satisfaction, profitability, and team development. You will drive standards, coach a motivated staff, and implement financial controls to maximize performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to operational excellence in a fast-paced QSR environment. Expect a demanding 50-hour week with evenings and weekends as required.