Restaurant General Manager

Taco Bell Corp

Hickory, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Change Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Corporate Planning, Customer Experience, Customer Support/Service, Facilities Management, Fast Food, Finance, Food Safety, Health Plan, IP (Internet Protocol), Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Loyalty Programs, Maintenance Services, Marketing, Mentoring, People Management, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Analysis, Restaurant, Retail Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Scholarship, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Top Sales Rep, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Hickory, NC
POSTED
30+ days ago

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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.

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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

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Taco Bell Corp

Taco Bell is an American chain of fast-food restaurants based in Irvine, California, in the U.S. A subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc., they serve a variety of Tex-Mex foods including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, other specialty items, and a variety of "value menu" items. Taco Bell serves more than 2 billion customers each year in 6,407 restaurants with more than 80 percent of which are owned and operated by independent franchisees and licensees.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Restaurant/Food Services
WEBSITE
http://www.tacobell.com