Market Taqueria Manager at Taco Naco KC in Overland Park, KS

Overland Park, KS | Farmers’ market and off-site service

Reports to: Catering Director

What We Offer

Pay: $18 - $25 per hour, plus sales-based bonuses

Benefit Opportunities: Health, dental, and vision insurance; merch and dining discounts. Insurance eligibility and plan details will be explained during hiring.

Position Overview

Lead our farmers’ market team and market taquería in Overland Park, Kansas. This manager role includes food service, product sales, staff training, and setup. You will prepare the market space, guide the team, and help customers enjoy our food and market products.

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

• Plan how much food and product to bring. Organize supplies, equipment, transport, loading, setup, and packing after the market.
• Schedule and train the market team. Assign work areas and adjust staffing as the market gets busier or slower.
• Welcome customers, explain prepared food and market products, and handle questions and concerns.
• Display, label, and price products correctly. Keep track of inventory and arrange more stock when needed.
• Follow food safety and market rules, including temperature control, sanitation, and safe product handling.
• Use the register system, handle cash, record daily sales, and track wasted products.
• Build good relationships with customers, nearby vendors, and market organizers. Share feedback and tell managers what the team needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, retail, farmers’ markets, or hospitality. Experience leading a team is preferred.
• Ability to organize a small team and manage customer service, inventory, and cash records.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather and set up and move equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Reliable transportation to assigned markets and availability for early mornings and weekends.

Ideal Candidate

You bring the team together, notice what needs attention, and help customers feel welcome. You take responsibility for both market preparation and friendly service.

Schedule & Work Environment

Part-time. Early Saturday mornings and weekend availability are required. Market hours and season dates will be discussed during hiring.

Outdoor work includes standing, walking, loading supplies, and moving market equipment, 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.