Restaurant Manager

Position Summary

Reporting to the Area Director, the Restaurant Manager is responsible for protecting and delivering the Del Taco Brand, growing sales while maximizing the efficiency and profitability of the restaurant by leading the Del Taco Way.

• Fully staff the store with quality people
• Recruit, hire, and retain all restaurant employees
• Ensure the entire team is certified according to the current training process at all times
• Create a service‑oriented culture
• Promote an environment of fun and teamwork
• Evaluate performance and recommend salary increases
• Recommend, approve, and administer disciplinary action, suspension, and/or termination
• Develop and grow team members and future managers

• Execute Del Taco standards and use our processes and systems 100% of the time
• Maintain the facility and customer areas
• Maintain all equipment to operational and safety standards
• Deliver only quality products to Del Taco standards every time
• Adhere to cleaning schedules and standards
• Ensure employees are in proper uniform
• Ensure a consistent service experience
• Ensure POP and signage is present and in the approved location

• Identify and communicate sales goals (daily, weekly, yearly)
• Ensure the right people are in the right places according to projected/actual sales
• Increase customer count and check average, maximizing capacity and customer value
• Identify and execute local store marketing opportunities to attract new customers
• Stay aware of local events; understand the store’s current trade area and competition
• Execute speed (speed with a smile) and service standards
• Flawlessly execute marketing promotions and campaigns

• Maintain staffing levels to actual sales
• Comply with labor laws
• Accurately order and manage inventory to reduce waste and prevent theft
• Ensure cash handling procedures and standards are in place and followed
• Perform cash audits and address identified issues
• Execute safety and health standards
• Minimize R&M / supplies and services costs by managing service vendors efficiently
• Achieve and communicate controllable cost targets
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned; duties may change when circumstances dictate

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3‑5 years experience in QSR industry / full‑service concept
• Serv Safe certified
• Fluent in English;
  Spanish a 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 and promote learning, development, and career growth

• Office and restaurant environment; extended periods of standing, sitting, typing, and looking at a computer screen; may also require some reaching, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to drive/travel to restaurant locations within assigned area including some overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance required.

The above position profile is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The employee may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and perform other duties as requested by the Manager in compliance with Federal and State laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for successful performance.

Continued employment remains on an at‑will basis.

Del Taco is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.