General Manager — Westport

Taco Naco KC•Kansas City, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Manage TACO NACO KC’s Westport Taquería & Cantina in Kansas City, Missouri. The General Manager leads daily restaurant service, trains managers and team members, oversees staffing and costs, and helps the restaurant serve quality food, welcome guests, and meet business goals. TACO NACO KC is a Mexican-owned, women-led, chef-driven taquería with locations in Overland Park, Westport, and State Line. The company values good Mexican food, genuine hospitality, teamwork, initiative, and making every guest feel welcome and cared for. This is a full-time role requiring evening and weekend availability, including late service as needed. Work involves standing, walking, cleaning, and moving supplies during service, with or without reasonable accommodation. Compensation will be discussed during hiring. Health, dental, and vision insurance, merch and dining discounts, and potential bonuses are offered; insurance eligibility and plan details will be explained during hiring.

Requirements

Restaurant management experience.
Experience training employees, preparing schedules, managing inventory, handling cash, and controlling costs.
Ability to understand restaurant reports, make practical decisions, and learn restaurant systems.
Clear communication skills and ability to complete tasks.
Availability for evenings and weekends, including late service as needed.

Nice To Haves

Two years of restaurant management experience is preferred.
Assistant General Managers ready to lead a restaurant are welcome.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, and schedule managers and hourly employees.
Explain expectations and provide regular feedback.
Lead restaurant service and coordinate the kitchen, counter, and bar during lunch, dinner, and late service.
Maintain food quality, order accuracy, sanitation, food safety, and responsible alcohol service.
Review sales, staffing costs, food and drink costs, inventory, and waste; identify problems and make changes to improve results.
Manage orders, deliveries, cash controls, and restaurant records.
Follow company policies for staffing and spending decisions.
Resolve guest and employee concerns respectfully and follow up on recurring service or staffing problems.
Arrange equipment maintenance.
Review results and proposed staffing, spending, and service changes with company leaders.