Taco Bell

Taco Bell is an American multinational fast-food restaurant chain based in Irvine, California, specializing in Mexican-inspired cuisine. Founded in 1962 by Glen Bell, the chain has expanded to over 7,000 locations worldwide, with more than 350 franchisees. Taco Bell is owned by Yum! Brands, following its acquisition by PepsiCo in 1978. The menu features a variety of Mexican-inspired fast-food items, including tacos, burritos, tostadas, and the popular Crunchwrap Supreme. Taco Bell is known for its crispy-shell taco and regularly introduces new items to keep its offerings fresh. The brand targets budget-conscious consumers looking for quick and affordable meals, making it a popular choice among diverse demographics.

Restaurants Irvine, United States Founded 1962 ~8,467 employees

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Employees
8,467
+0.2% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$338K
Revenue ~$2.9B
12-month attrition
10.2%
Tech: 11.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
6
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Taco Bell went from 8,762 employees in Oct 2024 to 8,467 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 204 people joined, 205 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other3,907
Operations3,378
Success562
Marketing187
Engineering142
Sales88
Design76
Finance56

Salaries at Taco Bell

All salaries

10 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering19
Marketing2
IT2
Executive1
Operations1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 6 filings.

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Taco Bell FAQ

How many employees does Taco Bell have?

Taco Bell has about 8,467 employees, up 0.2% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Taco Bell sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Taco Bell filed 6 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Taco Bell's revenue per employee?

Taco Bell makes about $338K in revenue per employee, based on $2.86B annual revenue and 8,467 employees.

How much does Taco Bell pay?

6figr has 10 salary profiles for Taco Bell in the US and 5 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Taco Bell salaries page. See Taco Bell salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.