Taco Libre is looking for an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead our new Hopkins location. We are a growing Minnesota restaurant company and are looking for someone who can take full ownership of their location, lead their team, and maintain strong operational standards. This is not an office management position. Taco Libre operates with a BOH-focused team, and our General Managers are expected to understand the kitchen, know how to cook, and be capable of stepping into operations when needed.

Compensation & Schedule Base Salary:

$80,000/year

Additional Compensation:

Tip participation averaging approximately $20,000/year, depending on location and sales

Historical Total Compensation:

Approximately $100,000/year

Schedule:

Monday-Saturday, 60 hours per week

Sundays:

Off General Managers are expected to complete their scheduled hours at their assigned location and maintain a strong daily presence with their team. Responsibilities Take full responsibility for day-to-day restaurant operations Lead, train, schedule, develop, and hold employees accountable Maintain Taco Libre recipes, portions, cooking procedures, and food-quality standards Manage labor, scheduling, inventory, ordering, and receiving Monitor and control food cost, waste, and purchasing Ensure daily prep is completed correctly and on time Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and food-safety standards Work alongside the kitchen team and step into cooking positions when necessary Ensure equipment is properly maintained and report issues immediately Execute new menu items, promotions, and company initiatives Communicate restaurant performance and operational issues with company leadership Support other Taco Libre locations when necessary Requirements Must be fluent in English and Spanish Previous cooking/kitchen experience required Restaurant management experience required Strong leadership and employee-management skills Understanding of food cost, labor, inventory, and scheduling Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant Strong accountability and attention to detail Reliable transportation Ability to work 60 hours per week, Monday through Saturday Flexibility to support other Taco Libre locations based on company needs Who We're Looking For We want someone who takes ownership of their restaurant. If prep isn't completed, you address it. If food isn't being prepared correctly, you correct it. If labor is too high, you manage it. If your kitchen needs help, you're willing and able to step in. Our General Managers lead by example and are responsible for building a disciplined team, protecting food quality, controlling costs, and delivering consistent Taco Libre standards every day.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$80,000 per year + eligible tip participation

Expected Hours:

60 per week

Work Location:

Primarily Hopkins, MN, with potential to support other Taco Libre locations

Sundays Off Pay:

From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person