Taco John's Lead Team Member $16 - $24

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Supplemental insurances

Parental leave

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Birthday gifts

Anniversary gifts

Job summary

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures is seeking a Restaurant Supervisor to oversee daily restaurant operations, coach Associates, and ensure food safety and guest satisfaction. You will lead during shifts, manage service quality, and support cost controls while fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining standards, handling cash, and coordinating with management on initiatives. Must possess a valid license and food-safety credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year restaurant experience or equivalent leadership experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Food safety certifications (e.g., ServSafe) required.
• Must complete Taco John’s Certified Manager training requirements.
• Background check and drug/alcohol screening as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead restaurant operations during assigned shifts and act on behalf of management.
• Greet and serve guests in a friendly, courteous manner.
• Ensure quality food, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and support Associates in duties.
• Assist with onboarding and development of new Associates.
• Monitor food safety, storage, and holding procedures.
• Delegate tasks and coordinate activities for efficiency.
• Operate cash registers and assist in all restaurant positions as needed.
• Maintain inventory levels and use supplies efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety requirements.
• Control labor, food costs, and operational expenses.
• Communicate updates to management and staff.
• Attend training and support restaurant goals and initiatives.
• Perform projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Coaching

Customer service

Cash handling

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

For current employees of Mille Lacs Corporate Venture and its subsidiaries, please login to Workday and visit the Jobs Hub for internal career opportunities.

The Opportunity

Responsible for supervising daily restaurant operations, leading Associates, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and delivering exceptional guest service. Serves as a key leader within the restaurant by supporting operational goals, coaching team members, and ensuring a positive and efficient work environment.

What You Get to Do

• Lead restaurant operations during assigned shifts and act on behalf of management when necessary.
• Greet and serve guests in a friendly, courteous, and helpful manner.
• Ensure consistent delivery of quality food, customer service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and support Associates in performing their assigned duties.
• Assist with onboarding and development of new Associates.
• Monitor food preparation, presentation, storage, and holding procedures to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Delegate tasks and coordinate activities to maintain efficient restaurant operations.
• Operate cash registers and assist in all restaurant positions as needed.
• Maintain proper inventory levels and ensure supplies are used efficiently and responsibly.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Assist in controlling labor, food costs, and operational expenses.
• Communicate important operational information to management and fellow Associates.
• Attend meetings, complete required training, and support restaurant goals and initiatives.
• Perform projects and other duties as assigned.

What We Look for In a Person

• Serves and develops others by building relationships.
• Fosters an inclusive workplace where inclusion and individual differences are valued.
• Collaborates across boundaries to achieve common goals.
• Aligns organizational objectives and practices with Mille Lacs Band traditions or interests as appropriate.
• Sets direction and influences others to translate vision into action.
• Demonstrates drive for continued personal and professional growth.

What We Offer You

• We have a fun, energetic personality and are adventurous, creative, and open minded.
• We strive to lead through our seven (7) values in all that we do. (Wisdom, Love, Respect, Truth, Humility, Bravery, and Honesty).
• Our foundation of Servant Leadership is a philosophy that embodies and fosters empowerment, decision-making and engagement across all levels of the organization.
• We are a career accelerant, which means developing our Associates is one of our main priorities.
• We provide a space for Associates and others to bring who they are to work and impart a sense of purpose.
• A variety of competitively priced health benefits and supplemental insurances, parental leave, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, birthday, and anniversary gifts.

What Qualifies You

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year restaurant experience or equivalent leadership experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain and maintain required food safety certifications, including ServSafe® or equivalent certification.
• Must successfully complete Taco John’s Certified Manager training requirements.
• If required, must be able to pass the company pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test.Must be able to pass Non-Gaming Suitability Standards background check.
• Mille Lacs Band Member and American Indian preference will be exercised in the hiring process.

Must Have Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively coach, train, and motivate Associates.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, and operational reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and cash handling functions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency in customer service and conflict resolution.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.

While Performing the Duties of This Job, the Associate Is Regularly Required To:

• Talk and hear.
• See and adjust focus to include close, distance, color, depth, and peripheral vision.
• Stand, walk, sit, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with arms and hands.
• Handle food products, equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

While Performing the Duties of This Job, the Associate Is Regularly Exposed To:

• A moderate-to-loud noise level.
• Hot and cold temperatures associated with kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Moving mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Cleaning chemicals and sanitation products.
• Slippery surfaces and fast-paced operational environments.
• Occasional outside weather conditions while performing work-related duties.

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