Sr. Associate Manager, Operations Project Manager

Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone’s favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We’re not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we’re also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands. 

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn’t been done before… we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.   

We’re a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we’re at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más.

At Taco Bell, we’re Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below. 

About the Job:

The Sr. Associate Manager is a high-impact position that directly shapes the design of operational programs that enable running great restaurants. This individual will be responsible for evaluating the operational system, understanding business growth drivers, identifying gaps for continued optimization, and creating a framework to address these areas.  This individual will be responsible for leading the planning, testing, and evaluation of programs within the constraints of scope, schedule, and budget while minimizing risk. This role will have a direct report and will be accountable for coaching and developing this person on restaurant fundamentals and project management.

The Day-to-Day:

• Own operational perspective and execution readiness for all restaurant roles, fundamentals, routines, and systems including expertise across all Taco Bell concepts (ex. traditional restaurants, cantina, dual lane drive-thru, defy, license).
• Drive strategic roadmap and lead multiple operational initiatives from the concept phase to national launch (i.e. restaurant deployment determining how to optimize running a restaurant with the staffing/labor that is available).
• Present program feedback throughout testing and use findings to make necessary adjustments for optimal national execution.
• Provide coaching and support to a direct report on projects, business perspective, and career growth.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure KPIs are maintained.

Is This You?

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 6+ years of project management experience within operations of restaurants, hospitality, or retail industries
• 2+ years of experience in a people management role
• The ability to effectively impact and influence stakeholders, engaging in productive conflict at a high level to achieve desired outcomes.
• Resourceful nature, with strong problem-solving and customer-service orientation
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently, multi-task, and adapt to change in a complex, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment.
• Strong internal motivation, intellectual curiosity, logical thinking, and desire to have a large impact on our organization.

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons 
• Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building) 
• Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash, 
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions 
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering 
• Tuition reimbursement and education benefits 
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program 
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting 
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
• Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name 

Salary Range: ­­$104,600 to $142,065 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

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