Assistant General Manager

New York, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $48,000.00 - $60,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

competitive pay

bonus potential

vacation

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Meals

career advancement

Medical insurance

Health and wellness programs

401k Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Sustainability initiatives

Job Description

Taco Bell is a globally recognized fast-food restaurant chain known for its innovative Mexican-inspired menu and vibrant dining experience. As a leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, Taco Bell thrives on creativity, customer satisfaction, and team collaboration. The company is committed to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging, ensuring every team member feels valued and motivated to contribute to its success. Taco Bell's emphasis on personal growth, professional development, and work-life balance makes it a desirable employer in the restaurant sector. The establishment offers a dynamic work environment where creativity meets operational excellence, inviting team members to engage in meaningful challenges and rewarding opportunities. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive atmosphere that encourages fun and ambition alongside strong work ethics.

As an Assistant General Manager at Taco Bell, you will be a vital contributor to the restaurant's success by supporting the Restaurant General Manager in maintaining brand standards and inspiring your team to exceed customer expectations. Your role will encompass leading by example through training, coaching, and recognizing team members to deliver exceptional customer experiences consistently. In the General Manager's absence, you will be entrusted with daily restaurant operations, deciding key actions and steering the team towards operational excellence. This position demands a dynamic leader who is equally comfortable motivating others, managing finances, and sustaining high standards in food safety and customer service.

The Assistant General Manager role involves a 50-hour workweek, with 40 hours at regular pay and 10 hours at time and a half, offering a well-balanced and rewarding career path. The position requires hands-on involvement in profit and loss management, cash control, security, inventory maintenance, and labor scheduling, effectively acting as an owner of the restaurant while upholding Taco Bell’s culture and operational guidelines. This role is designed for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace leadership challenges, and are passionate about team success and customer satisfaction. If you are committed to excellence and eager to grow professionally within a fantastic company culture, this position offers the perfect blend of responsibility, opportunity, and rewarding compensation, with a salary range of $48,000 to $60,000 per year depending on experience and location.

Job Requirements

3+ years of restaurant or retail management experience
Assist with profit and loss management by following cash control and security procedures, maintaining inventory, managing labor, and reviewing financial reports
Ensure all employees receive proper training and resources
Champion Taco Bell's culture and values, promoting equity, inclusion, and belonging in the restaurant
Lead efforts in individual and team recognition, collaboration, and motivation
Identify and recruit exceptional talent, supporting the General Manager in the hiring process
Possess strong communication skills for conducting performance appraisals, taking disciplinary action, and motivating and training employees
Adhere to corporate policies, procedures, and Occupational Health and Food Safety standards

Job Qualifications

3+ years of restaurant or retail management experience
Assist with profit and loss management by following cash control and security procedures, maintaining inventory, managing labor, and reviewing financial reports
Ensure all employees receive proper training and resources
Champion Taco Bell's culture and values, promoting equity, inclusion, and belonging in the restaurant
Lead efforts in individual and team recognition, collaboration, and motivation
Identify and recruit exceptional talent, supporting the General Manager in the hiring process
Possess strong communication skills for conducting performance appraisals, taking disciplinary action, and motivating and training employees
Adhere to corporate policies, procedures, and Occupational Health and Food Safety standards

Job Duties

Ensure consistent customer satisfaction by effectively modeling the MIC Success Routine and prioritizing customer needs
Oversee team members' adherence to Shift Excellence responsibilities, maintain high food safety standards, and uphold Core excellence
Take charge of restaurant operations in the General Manager's absence
Collaborate with the General Manager in assessing team performance, providing ongoing constructive and positive feedback
Address employee relations issues as they arise, determine immediate resolutions, or escalate to the General Manager when necessary
Assist in sourcing, recruiting, interviewing, and hiring team members, while driving a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging
Assist with profit and loss management including cash control, security procedures, inventory maintenance, and labor management
Review financial reports and take appropriate actions to optimize performance
Support the General Manager in facility maintenance and ensure health and safety standards are consistently followed