Labor Engineer, Restaurant Operations

Job Description

Taco Bell is seeking a Labor Engineer, Restaurant Operations to support labor strategy initiatives through analysis and insight. The Engineer will apply Lean Six Sigma problem-solving skills to improve processes and deliver cost savings. This role involves partnering with cross-functional teams during the design and development phase of future platforms and initiatives, driving a culture of continuous improvement.Role Responsibilities:

• Conducting in-depth analysis related to the work content-based labor model.
• Studying restaurant and business operations and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborating on efficient kitchen designs to streamline operations.
• Collecting data and developing models to quantify benefits of investments.
• Involvement in creating standard/custom reports for field leaders to manage labor costs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering with 3 years of experience, OR 5 years of practical, analytical experience without a degree; Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience with data analytics and engineering tools.
• Experience in restaurant/retail operations, management consulting, or engineering/automation.
• Project management skills to define objectives, scope, cost, and schedule projects.
• Strong analytic skills with experience building Excel models and database tools.

Taco Bell offers:

• Hybrid work schedule.
• Onsite childcare and dining center.
• Onsite gym, dry cleaning, and carwash.
• Generous parental leave and adoption assistance.
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands.
• Comprehensive medical & dental benefits.
• Discounts, free food, and swag.