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Del Taco

Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $83,200.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive salary
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Retirement Plan
Travel reimbursement

Job Description

Del Taco is a nationally recognized fast casual restaurant chain specializing in Mexican-inspired cuisine. Known for their commitment to quality ingredients, exceptional customer service, and affordable menu options, Del Taco has established itself as one of the leading brands in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. With a strong focus on innovation and maintaining a positive dining experience, the company prides itself on delivering fresh, flavorful meals while fostering a welcoming and engaging environment for both customers and employees.

As a Restaurant Manager at Del Taco, you play a critical leadership role in upholding the brand’s values and operational standards. Repor... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 - 5 years experience in QSR industry / full service concept
  • ServSafe certified
  • Fluent in English
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to drive
  • Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 - 5 years experience in QSR industry / full service concept
  • ServSafe certified
  • Fluent in English
  • Spanish is plus
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Great telephone manner
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Accurate
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving, and math skills
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, under pressure
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
  • Promote learning, development and career growth

Job Duties

  • Fully staff the store with quality people
  • Recruiting, hiring, and retaining all restaurant employees
  • Ensuring the entire team is certified according to the current training process at all times
  • Creating a service oriented culture
  • Promoting an environment of fun and teamwork
  • Evaluating performance and recommending salary increases
  • Recommending, approving, and administering disciplinary action, suspension, and/or termination
  • Developing and growing team members and future managers
  • Executing Del Taco standards and using our processes and systems 100 percent of the time
  • Maintaining the facility and customer areas
  • Maintaining all equipment to operational and safety standards
  • Delivering only quality products to Del Taco standards every time
  • Adhering to cleaning schedules and standards
  • Ensuring employees are in proper uniform
  • Ensuring a consistent service experience
  • Ensuring POP and signage is present and in the approved location
  • Identifying and communicating sales goals daily, weekly, year over year
  • Ensuring the right people are in the right places according to projected / actual sales
  • Increasing customer count and check average, and maximizing capacity and customer value
  • Identifying and executing Local Store Marketing opportunities to attract new customers
  • Staying aware of local events
  • Understanding the store's current trade area and competition
  • Executing speed (speed with a smile) and service standards
  • Maintaining staffing levels to actual sales
  • Complying with labor laws
  • Accurately ordering and managing inventory to reduce waste and prevent theft
  • Ensuring cash handling procedures and standards are in place and followed
  • Performing cash audits and addressing identified issues
  • Executing safety and health standards
  • Minimizing R and M / Supplies and Services costs by managing service vendors efficiently
  • Achieving and communicating controllable cost target
  • May perform other responsibilities as assigned
  • Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technical developments)

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location