General Manager — Westport
Westport | Kansas City, MO
Reports to: Company leadership
What We Offer
Pay: Compensation will be discussed during hiring.
Benefit Opportunities: Health, dental, and vision insurance; merch and dining discounts; potential bonuses. Insurance eligibility and plan details will be explained during hiring.
Position Overview
Manage our Westport Taquería & Cantina in Kansas City, Missouri. As Restaurant General Manager, you will lead daily service, train managers and team members, and oversee staffing and costs. You will help the restaurant serve good food, welcome guests, and meet its business goals.
About TACO NACO KC
TACO NACO KC is a Mexican-owned, women-led, chef-driven taquería with locations in Overland Park, Westport, and State Line. We began with catering and farmers’ markets. We take pride in good Mexican food and genuine hospitality. We look for people who support their teammates, take initiative, and make every guest feel welcome and cared for.
Key Responsibilities
- Hire, train, and schedule managers and hourly employees. Explain expectations and give 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. Find 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.
Qualifications
- Restaurant management experience. Two years is preferred. Assistant General Managers ready to lead a restaurant are welcome.
- 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, ability to complete tasks, and availability for evenings and weekends. A college degree is not required.
Ideal Candidate
You set clear expectations, develop your team, and take action when problems arise. You build a workplace where employees support each other and care for guests.
Schedule & Work Environment
Full-time. Evening and weekend availability is required, including late service as needed.
Work includes standing, walking, cleaning, and moving supplies during service, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Apply through this job posting. Include your relevant experience and availability.
Come as you are. Apply to join TACO NACO KC.