The best news from Taco Bell isn’t that Nacho Fries are returning with an all-new flavor. (But that’s a pretty good guess.) No, Taco Bell is switching it up for 2020 and focusing on the employees who keep the fast-food chain running during late-night trips to the drive-thru. We can’t thank them enough for their dedication when we’ve got a craving, so Taco Bell is doing all the thanking for us.
Taco Bell has just announced a $100,000 salary for its managers!
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You Can Make Six Figures at Taco Bell
Right now, Taco Bell is looking for general managers to bulk up their roster, and the job comes with a $100,000 salary. Why? The U.S. economy has one of the lowest unemployment rates since 1969, so fast-food chains have to get creative with their pay. It’s an effort to keep existing managers in their positions and ensure workers are happy and fully compensated for their time.
Before the wage increase, Taco Bell managers received a salary somewhere between $50,000-$80,000. Other chains, like Olive Garden and Shake Shack, are also working to find the balance between pay and labor inflation. That means we’ll probably see a few more wage increases throughout the year.
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Looking to Apply? Here’s What You’ll Need
If you’re on the hunt for a new gig, Taco Bell is the best place to start. Here’s what they’re looking for in a general manager, according to LinkedIn:
- You’ll have to be at least 21.
- If you have a high school diploma or GED, you’re golden.
- 2-4 years of supervisory experience is a must-have, but it can be in either food service or retail, depending on your experience.
- Your shift will involve heavy lifting, so make sure you can be on your feet and stacking up tortilla chips for a couple hours.
- It never hurts to have basic business and math skills, so get studying!
If you already work for Taco Bell, you’re in luck. You’re more likely to claim the position, as they’re looking for internal hires. And if you already have managerial experience from, say, Aldi (who pays and treats their employees exceptionally well), Taco Bell’s managerial wage is roughly $4,000 higher. The job includes perks like dental, vision and 401(k). It’s worth a shot!
Until You Get Hired, Find Taco Bell Copycat Recipes to Make at Home
These hearty and zippy burritos can be whipped up in a jiffy. —Kimberly Hardison, Maitland, Florida
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Don't plan on coming away with clean fingers after digging into these cheese fries! For a more authentic copycat, add some of this
homemade taco seasoning to your fries.
This is a really simple, tasty breakfast. It has been a mainstay for our mornings together as a family.—Jo Ferguson, Arnold, Missouri
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We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
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This mouthwatering chicken burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They're super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. —Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho.
Try Our Recipe: Chicken Burritos
Ever wondered how to make guacamole? Just whip together this delicious blend of your favorite fresh ingredients.—Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Just a handful of ingredients add up to one of our family’s favorites. Also easy to double for company! —Susan Brown, Kansas City, Kansas
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I found this recipe in an old school cookbook, and I've taken it to many potlucks since then. The layers look so pretty in a glass bowl. —Sandy Fynaardt, New Sharon, Iowa
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Burritos for breakfast? Why not! These zesty little handfuls will wake up your taste buds and start your day with a smile. And you can make and freeze them ahead, then just pop them into the microwave for a quick meal. —Linda Wells, St. Mary's, Georgia
Try Our Recipe: Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos
My family loves these tacos. The chicken filling cooks in the slow-cooker, so it’s convenient to throw it together before I leave for work. At the end of the day, I just have to roll it up in a soft taco shell with the remaining ingredients and dinner’s ready in minutes. The chicken also makes a great topping for salad. —Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa
Try Our Recipe: Chicken Soft Tacos
This zesty dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I always have requests to bring it when my husband and I attend parties. —Sally Hull, Homestead, Florida
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I wanted an easy alternative to deep-fried chalupas, so I bake them with filling on top. —Magdalena Flores, Abilene, Texas
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Zap one of these frozen burritos in the microwave and you'll stave off hunger all morning. This recipe is my family’s favorite combo, but I sometimes use breakfast sausage instead of bacon. —Audra Niederman, Aberdeen, South Dakota
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Zesty salsa and tender strips of steak make these traditional fajitas extra special. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
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This chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste with little preparation. The leftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. —Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado
Try Our Recipe: Chicken Quesadillas
These burritos go from freezer to plate in minutes without the extra salt and chemicals of store brands. Make a batch for quick dinners or late-night snacks—or even breakfast! —Laura Winemiller, Delta, Pennsylvania
Try Our Recipe: Freezer Burritos
My mom gave me a fundraiser cookbook, and this is the recipe I’ve used most. My whole family is on board. For toppings, think sour cream, tomatoes, jalapeno and red onion. —Judy Hughes, Waverly, Kansas
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I have a son who lives in Mexico, so we don’t see him very often. When I make these burritos, it feels as if he is right there at the table with us, inhaling them. —Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California
Try Our Recipe: Blue Ribbon Beefy Burritos
A taco seasoning made from scratch with pantry staples deliciously jazzes up ground beef, turning Tuesday night into an all-out fiesta. Add your favorite toppings, and dinner is served! —Rebecca Levesque, St. George, New Brunswick
Try Our Recipe: Tasty Tacos
After a busy day, this is a dish that I can get on the table fast. The recipe came about totally by accident: I started throwing things together and soon I had a winner! Everyone who has tried these burritos goes home with the recipe. —Amanda Alford, Hopedale, Illinois
Try Our Recipe: Cheese Beef Burritos
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