Assistant Restaurant Manager at Panda Express

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Panda Express Assistant Manager at the Salt Lake City Airport (SLC). If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Manage All Retail and Customer Service Activities: Manage, supervise and evaluate Team Member performance through follow-up to ensure proper completion of assigned tasks and goals and provides feedback including disciplinary action.

Lead and Develop Team: Recruit, train, and communicate with team of Retail Travel Experts. Develop, plan and assign daily goals, tasks and Team Member assignments. Implement and maintain guest service standards and brand specifications fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Train with Panda Express: After being hired, you will perform 6 weeks of paid training with Panda Express at one of their street side locations nearby.

Systems and Processes: Maintains adherence to all company policies and procedure.

Merchandising and Displays: Maintain all merchandising standards, display presentations and signing standards and monitor inventory levels.

Office Management: Handle tasks such as management of funds and media, receiving, inventory, team member scheduling and payroll.

Forecasting and Budgeting: Assist in monitoring sales performance through the analysis of sales reports and comparison shopping.

Problem Solving: Address routine issues and escalate complex problems to higher management as necessary.

Requirements

• Educational Background: High School Diploma or equivalent, associate’s degree or equivalent coursework preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years in a restaurant in a management/supervisory capacity.
• Technical Skills: Proficient level of computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact at all levels, including with executives, union representatives, and diverse hourly team members.
• Proven track record of resolving uncomfortable situations with clients, customers, peers and direct reports.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $58,000 - $60,000 / year + bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Plans, Paid Time Off, 401K with company match, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunity for quarterly bonus and year-end super bonus
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Dynamic Environment: Work in the fast-paced and exciting setting of a major airport and with a great brand like Panda Express!
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your career in a supportive and challenging environment working for one of the largest restaurant operators in the world!