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Restaurant General Manager QSR

Fresh Tex-Mex Restaurant
Peoria, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking a high-energy General Manager to lead our fast-casual Mexican restaurant. You will oversee daily operations, build a guest-first culture, and drive profitability. This role manages everything from fresh food preparation on an open service line to team development and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Operations: Run a fast-casual, open-kitchen concept with a focus on speed, accuracy, and hospitality.
  • Ensure Quality: Maintain high standards for fresh food safety, scratch-cooking preparation, and line presentation.
  • Build Teams: Recruit, train, and mentor shift supervisors and team members to create a positive work culture.
  • Drive Financials: Manage the restaurant P&L, inventory controls, labor tracking, and local marketing to grow sales.
  • Guest Experience: Resolve customer feedback quickly to ensure every guest receives excellent service.

Job Requirements

  • Experience: 2 years of restaurant management experience, preferably in fast-casual or quick-service dining.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to select, train, and retain high-performing, diverse teams.
  • Financial Skill: Strong understanding of restaurant metrics, food costs, and labor optimization.
  • Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including peak lunch/dinner hours, weekends, and holidays.
  • Certifications: Valid ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification required.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,500.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Employee Discounts, Free Lunch or Snacks, Job Training

Salary : $55,000 - $62,500

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