Restaurant Operations Lead: FOH & BOH Excellence

Torchy's Tacos; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Damn Good food discount for you and a+

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Torchy's Tacos is seeking an Assistant Managing Partner to lead both kitchen and guest-facing operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences aligned with our mission and values. You will oversee food safety, quality, hospitality, inventory, and staff development in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor teams, manage budgets and schedules, and drive continuous improvement through audits and local marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant management experience in a fast-paced environment, including kitchen and guest-facing operations.
• Proven ability to lead and develop diverse teams while maintaining high operational and hospitality standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety and restaurant operations best practices.
• Required state alcohol-server and Manager ServSafe certifications.
• Proficiency in managing budgets, schedules, and inventory.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage all BOH operations, including food preparation, inventory, and equipment maintenance, ensuring a safe and impressively clean kitchen environment.
• Ensure that all menu items meet high standards, with a commitment to scratch-made food and attention to detail.
• Champion hospitality by ensuring guest needs are consistently met and expectations are exceeded, creating a welcoming and memorable experience.
• Support and execute local store marketing initiatives to build community connections and drive guest traffic.
• Hire, train, and schedule team members to maintain proper staffing levels and meet operational needs across both BOH and FOH.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of growth and accountability while identifying and cultivating future leaders.
• Manage food costs, labor, and overall operational efficiency through effective planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Ensure that all recipes are followed precisely, with correct portioning, prep weights, and production tracking.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of accountability.
• Lead shifts with a focus on food quality, speed, hospitality, and safety, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently.
• Evaluate Mystery Shop and Damn Good Restaurant Assessment results, implementing action plans for improved guest experience and operations.
• Work with team members to ensure they are properly trained, certified, and consistently developing their skills.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Staff development

Budgeting

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Torchy's Tacos is seeking an Assistant Managing Partner to lead both kitchen and guest-facing operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences aligned with our mission and values. You will oversee food safety, quality, hospitality, inventory, and staff development in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor teams, manage budgets and schedules, and drive continuous improvement through audits and local marketing initiatives.