General Manager
Taco Bell
Estimated pay: $15.00-26.11 per hour
1131 S Stapley Rd, Mesa, Arizona, 85204, United States
The Breakroom Take
- Free food
- Recommended by students
- Respectful managers
- Uninterrupted breaks
About Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a fast food restaurant chain.
Job description from Taco Bell
At Taco Bell, we know that great leaders build great teams - and great teams create legendary experiences. We're looking for driven, people-first leaders who are ready to take ownership, inspire others, and run a successful business with pride and purpose.
Whether you're growing from an internal leadership role or bringing experience from another brand, Taco Bell offers the support, development, and balance you need to thrive.
Note: This role requires a 50-hour work week.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Performance bonus - Earn every 4 weeks based on your restaurant's success
- Comprehensive health benefits - We cover a significant portion of medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
- Work-life balance - Enjoy 4 weeks of paid time off per year, starting day one
- Free meals - Because tacos make everything better
- Financial security - 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage
- Career growth & development - Tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and leadership training programs
- Exclusive perks - Taco Perks discounts and a subsidized gym membership
- Employee Assistance Program - Support for you and your family when you need it most
What You'll Do as a General Manager
- Lead and inspire your team - Create a culture where people love coming to work and grow into leaders themselves
- Run a winning business - Oversee daily operations, drive profitability, and manage costs with excellence
- Deliver exceptional experiences - Ensure every guest enjoys fast, friendly, high-quality service
- Hire, train, and develop top talent - Build a team that's motivated, engaged, and ready to grow
- Foster a positive, inclusive culture - Celebrate wins, coach through challenges, and recognize great work
- Ensure compliance and safety - Maintain brand, health, and operational standards
- Keep things running smoothly - Oversee scheduling, maintenance, and local marketing execution
Who You Are
- A passionate, people-first leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Business-minded with proven P&L management and operational success
- A strong communicator who motivates others and builds trust
- Strategic and organized, yet flexible enough to handle whatever comes your way
- Experienced in restaurant, retail, or hospitality leadership (2+ years preferred)
- Must be 18 years or older
Ready to lead with purpose, inspire your team, and make your mark? Join the Taco Bell Luihn VantEdge family and grow with a brand that believes in you.
"You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees."
What employees say
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do managers at Taco Bell get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
68% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
Okay
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Only some people get paid when they’re sick
Does Taco Bell pay managers when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
59% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
Okay
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do managers at Taco Bell do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
47% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do managers find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do managers at Taco Bell worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
85% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
Okay
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Only some people can choose their shifts
Do managers at Taco Bell get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
41% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Okay
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for managers at Taco Bell to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
45% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
Okay
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Can be hard to get time off
How easy is it for managers to get time off at Taco Bell?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
How we know this
51% of people report it’s hard to get time off.Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
Good
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Taco Bell managers change managers schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
79% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Some people find it hard to take sick days
How easy is it for managers to take sick days at Taco Bell?
Some people find it hard to take sick days.
How we know this
53% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
Good
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Most students say it’s good
Is managers at Taco Bell job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
67% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and September 2025.
Okay
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working as managers at Taco Bell good if you have caring responsibilities?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.
Benefits
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Okay
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Only some people get separate paid time off for sick days and vacation
At Taco Bell, are managers’s sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
How we know this
56% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Getting sick isn’t a vacation.
You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.
A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.
Good
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from Taco Bell cheap enough for managers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it costs a lot.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
Good
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Most people get paid time off
Do managers get paid time off at Taco Bell?
Most people get paid time off work.
How we know this
77% of people say they get paid time off.Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do managers at Taco Bell feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
74% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
Okay
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Only some people get breaks without interruption
Do managers at Taco Bell get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
45% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful for managers to work at Taco Bell?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
Good
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Most people enjoy their job
Do managers at Taco Bell enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
71% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
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Most people recommend their team
Do managers at Taco Bell recommend working with their team?
Most people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
68% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 113 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
Okay
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Only some people get enough training
Do managers get enough training when they start at Taco Bell?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 104 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
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Most people get support to advance
Do managers get support to advance at Taco Bell?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 80% of people report being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do managers think Taco Bell’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
Good
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Most people feel well informed by headquarters
Do managers feel well informed about how Taco Bell is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
81% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Taco Bell employees say about their job
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Best thing
Free meal each shift I guess.
Worst thing
I’ve gotten paid late multiple times, they cut my hours for calling out a couple time for valid reasons, and failed to properly train me
Crew member at Taco Bell, July 2025
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Best thing
I work with a good team, which makes the job a lot less stressful and more fun. I don't really feel like I'm working when I'm at work, and time flies.
Worst thing
I'm struggling to make ends meet with the rise of rent prices, grocery prices, etc.
Shift manager trainee at Taco Bell, May 2025
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