Restaurant General Manager in Hickory, NC | Taco Bell Careers
Skip to main content
Restaurant Jobs
Restaurant Life & Perks
Corporate Jobs
HQ Life & Perks
International Jobs
Find a job near me
Search for a job
Career Area • Location
Close
Search for a job
Country Country Australia China United Kingdom United States
State State All
City City All
City, State or Zip code
Career Area Career Area Corporate - Development Corporate - Digital Corporate - Finance Corporate - Food Innovation Corporate - Legal Corporate - Marketing Corporate - People & Culture Corporate - Technology Facilities Maintenance Restaurant Management Restaurant Support Roles Restaurant Team Members
Search
Home Restaurant Jobs Restaurant Life & Perks Corporate Jobs HQ Life & Perks International Jobs Find a job near me
Back to search results
Restaurant General Manager
Hickory, NC
Restaurant General Manager
About the Job: As the Restaurant General Manager, you'll lead a dynamic team, handpicking and training the best crew to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Imagine the pride you'll feel setting the gold standard that others aspire to. You'll oversee the recruitment and training of your team, guiding them towards promotions and empowering them to build successful careers. By cultivating a team of top performers, you'll create a culture that's vibrant, optimistic, and incredibly rewarding. Your success will be reflected in the achievements of your team.
RGMs work a 50-hour week, with 40 hours at regular pay and 10 hours at time and a half, providing a balanced and rewarding work experience.
The Day-to-Day: Recruit, onboard, and conduct orientations for top Team Members and Shift Leads, ensuring a strong, well-prepared team. Develop a comprehensive training plan, mentoring Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Team Member Trainers, and overseeing the execution of all training and development initiatives. Recognize and reward outstanding Team Member performance regularly, while fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. Address and resolve conflicts promptly, maintaining a positive work environment. Personally engage with customers, swiftly resolving any issues to ensure a positive experience. Strategically schedule staff to optimize customer service, coach the management team on the CHAMPS standards, and lead product rollout meetings to ensure successful implementation. Analyze the restaurant's financial performance, manage the budget, and develop strategies to maximize profitability without compromising the customer experience. Stay informed about competitors and aim to exceed their standards in all aspects, including digital presence and loyalty programs.
Is this you? 5 years in restaurant or retail management with a strong track record in people management. Proven ability to improve performance based on P&L analysis. Proficient with digital tools and platforms. Exceptional communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal. Solid understanding of restaurant maintenance programs. Champions Taco Bell's culture and values, with a focus on Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Experienced in recognizing and motivating teams, with a successful track record in people development. Skilled in recruiting top talent and training both high and under-performing employees. Adaptable to change and experienced in supporting change management. Adheres to corporate policies and Occupational Health and Food Safety standards.
Work-Hard, Play-Hard: Competitive pay Bonus potential 4 weeks' vacation and additional Paid Time Off Free bachelors degree Scholarship programs and tuition reimbursement for continuing education Career advancement and professional development Medical benefits from day 1 Health and wellness programs 401k retirement plan with 6% match Perks! Discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships and more Free meals
The range for this role is $60,000-80,000/year. Compensation may vary based on geographic location and experience.
Apply Now
Restaurant General Manager Hickory, NC
Location 2505 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, NC, United States
Career Area Restaurant Management
Job ID #P1-2117412-3
Company Taco Bell
Salary $60,000 - $75,000 per year
Date Posted 03/27/2026
Apply Now
Share this job
Give us a follow on .
Get ready to crave us on .
Peek behind the scenes and see if you and The Bell are a match on .
References to "we" and "our" include Taco Bell's corporate-owned restaurants and independently owned and operated franchisees and licensees. Positions are available at both corporate and franchised Taco Bell locations. Those applying for a position with a franchisee or licensee of Taco Bell are not applying to work at Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. Franchisees and licensees are independent business owners and employers who are responsible for their own employment practices.
Taco Bell Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Cookie And Ads Privacy Policy Privacy Notice for California Applicants and Employees Terms of Use Do Not Sell My Personal Information ADA Accessibility Statement Responsible Disclosure © 2026 Taco Bell IP Holder, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Go to top
This job is located in Hickory, NC. Candidates can explore additional roles in Hickory, NC and surrounding areas using the job search tool.