Taqueria Manager

Vallarta-Supermarkets; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holiday pay

Scholarship opportunities

Savings marketplace

Life Insurance

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Duarte, CA is seeking a Taquería Manager to lead operations, ensure authentic taquería food prep, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will drive sales, control expenses, and develop staff while maintaining Vallarta’s freshness and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary knowledge, and the ability to train a team in a fast-paced retail environment. English proficiency and legal work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of authentic Taquería foods and preparation methods.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience managing restaurant or culinary operations.
• Ability to train and develop staff in a busy environment.
• Familiarity with taquería equipment and food prep tools.
• Must maintain food safety certification every 3 years.
• Strong math and problem-solving abilities.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise department staff; enforce policies and service standards.
• Model exceptional customer service and maintain a welcoming Taquería.
• Train and evaluate employees; identify promotion-ready performers.
• Plan schedules, manage inventory, review invoices, and record sales.
• Ensure freshness and consistency per Vallarta recipes and standards.
• Maintain displays, rotate products, and follow signage guidelines.
• Enforce Safety Program and health regulations; address risks immediately.
• Maintain sanitary food prep, storage, and sales areas.
• Conduct periodic inventory, monitor shrink, and audit pricing.
• Perform additional tasks to support department and store success.

Skills

Leadership & communication

Taquería food prep expertise

Restaurant/culinary management

Employee training & development

Equipment & tools for food prep

Food safety certification (3 yrs)

Math & problem-solving

English proficiency

US work authorization

Job description

Taqueria Mgr FT

Store: Duarte #79

Wage: $23.97 - $28.65

Type: full-time

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!

About the Role

The Taquería Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the operations, quality, and performance of the Taquería department. This role ensures authentic food preparation, customer service excellence, and compliance with Vallarta standards of freshness, sanitation, and safety. The Taquería Manager drives sales, controls expenses, leads employee development, and creates an inviting, customer-focused environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Leadership & Supervision: Manage department staff, delegate tasks, enforce policies, and foster a positive, service-focused environment.


• Customer Service: Model extraordinary service, greet and assist customers, and maintain a clean, welcoming Taquería.


• Team Development: Train, coach, and evaluate employees; recognize strong performance; and recommend promotions.


• Operations: Plan schedules, order inventory, review invoices, and maintain accurate records of sales, transfers, and purchases.


• Product Quality: Ensure food freshness, consistency in flavor and appearance, and compliance with Vallarta’s recipes and standards.


• Merchandising: Maintain displays, rotate and replenish products, and follow schematic and signage guidelines.


• Compliance & Safety: Enforce Vallarta’s Safety Program and health department regulations; correct unsafe acts or conditions immediately.


• Sanitation: Maintain clean and safe food preparation, storage, and sales areas.


• Inventory & Reporting: Conduct inventory every 4 weeks, manage shrink, and audit pricing, weights, and measures.


• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks to support department and store success.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk constantly (6–8 hours/day).


• Frequently bend, squat, twist, kneel, and reach above/below shoulders.


• Frequent hand use for simple grasping, power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.


• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 30 lbs. occasionally (e.g., box of vegetables).


• Heaviest item carried: 25–30 lbs.; longest distance: 3 feet.


• Work in environments with temperature and humidity changes.


• No regular operation of vehicles or heavy machinery required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge of preparing and cooking authentic Taquería foods.


• Strong leadership and communication skills.


• Prior management experience in restaurant or culinary trades preferred.


• Ability to train and develop employees in a fast-paced environment.


• Knowledge of equipment and tools used in food preparation.


• Must pass food safety certification every 3 years.


• Strong math and problem-solving skills.


• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.


• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced retail Taquería setting with direct customer interaction.


• Exposure to perishable products, cooking equipment, and changing conditions.


• Collaborative, team-focused environment.


• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:

Full-Time Team Members:

• Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.


• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.


• 401(k) Retirement Plan.


• Paid vacation.


• Access to legal services.

Part-Time & Full-Time Benefits:

• Paid sick time.


• Premium pay for holidays.


• Scholarship opportunities.


• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.


• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution.

Explore Exciting Job Opportunities

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whether you’re seeking part-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with real opportunities for growth.

Vallarta Supermarkets is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and will consider all qualified applicants for employment in accordance with all state, local, and federal laws. Vallarta Supermarkets participates in the E-Verify program.