Area Coach

US Leader Restaurants OPCO LLC•Green Cove Springs, FL

About The Position

The Area Coach leads 4–7 corporate restaurant locations with total sales averaging $10–$12 million or more. The role drives operational excellence and supports Restaurant Managers through training and coaching, goal-setting, problem-solving, and process improvement. It focuses on motivating and developing Unit Level Management and restaurant teams, with an emphasis on recognition and mentorship.

Requirements

3–5 years of high-sales-volume operational management experience in a Fortune 500 environment.
Proven track record of selecting, coaching, and developing managerial employees.
Proficiency in business math, accounting, and analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to enhance customer satisfaction, financial performance, and employee satisfaction.
Exceptional team-building abilities.
Flexibility to work varied hours and spend at least 30 hours per week in restaurants.
For internal promotion: current Taco Bell employee with success in high-sales-volume operations, or equivalent operations management experience in a Fortune 500 environment.
For internal promotion: consistent average Supreme scores of A and B, with no underperforming stores (Supreme score C or F).
For internal promotion: evidence of successfully covering the area while Area Coaches are on leave.
For internal promotion: experience mentoring potential and new Restaurant General Managers.
For internal promotion: successful or higher mid-year and year-end performance appraisal ratings for a minimum of two cycles.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree.

Responsibilities

Lead and support Restaurant General Managers to ensure customer satisfaction, achieve sales goals, and meet profit targets.
Work with managers to reach flow-through objectives, use reports to identify opportunities, and enforce operational procedures.
Coach and train managers at all levels, support national training initiatives, and oversee new employee orientation.
Maintain and optimize management staffing levels, anticipate staffing needs based on sales and seasonal trends, and participate in hiring and firing decisions.
Uphold OSHA, health and safety codes, and company safety policies.
Drive recognition and motivation across the market.
Address Employee Relations issues proactively and provide assistance as needed.
Resolve chronic Repair & Maintenance issues, identify trends, and work with R&M Business Partners.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary with bonus plan.
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care, starting on day one.
Four weeks of vacation per year plus holidays.
Tuition reimbursement and education benefits.
Discounts for theme parks, wireless plans, and other activities.
Parental leave for all new parents and an adoption assistance program.
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands and immediate vesting.
Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
Opportunities to support the Taco Bell Foundation’s educational initiatives and programs.
Discounts, free food, and company merchandise.