$100K Potential Annual Earning - Restaurant Manager

Panda Restaurant Group

Murfreesboro (TN)

On-site

USD 67,500 - 82,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Progressive Compensation Package

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401 K with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Job summary

A well-known restaurant company seeks a General Manager in Murfreesboro, TN to oversee a $1–2 million business. Responsibilities include hiring and training staff, ensuring guest satisfaction, and achieving financial goals. Ideal candidates will have operations and leadership experience, flexibility to relocate, and a passion for guest service. The position offers competitive compensation starting at $75,000 plus bonuses, comprehensive training, and benefits such as health insurance and 401K. Join to make a positive impact in a thriving environment.

Qualifications

Minimum one to two years of operations experience.
Some leadership experience required.
Must pass cooking test annually.
Must be flexible to move within a radius of 50 miles.

Responsibilities

Manage a $1–2 million business.
Hire, train, and develop associates.
Ensure guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
Achieve financial goals.

Skills

Operations experience

Leadership experience

Flexibility to relocate

Cooking skills

Job description

Overview

Panda Express managers can have the opportunity to embody an entrepreneurial spirit while learning from a very hands‑on and fast‑paced environment. As a General Manager, you will be in charge of a $1–2 million business and oversee the development of your team, ensuring guest satisfaction and running a profitable restaurant. From the hiring, managing and directing of associates to achieving financial goals and ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest experiences, you create your own success story.

Panda Express is part of Panda Restaurant Group, the world leader in Asian dining experiences that also includes Panda Inn and Hibachi‑San. At Panda, we all share a common mission: “Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.”

Panda was founded in 1983 in Glendale, California. Panda Express is the largest family‑owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, with close to 2,400 locations globally and continues to grow over 100 restaurants annually.

Named one of “America’s Best Employers.” Great Place to Work certified. The safest restaurant chain in the U.S. during the pandemic.

Training

All Panda leaders participate in a comprehensive 6+ week Store Leadership Training Program to help build the foundation to become a high‑performing and inspiring leader at Panda. The program focuses on:

People Development: The ability to hire, train, coach and develop the right talent for your restaurant

Guest Experience: Upholding the highest food quality and guest service standards while developing marketing acumen

Financial: Ability to understand sales growth, cost management, and profit growth

Kitchen Management: Ensure food safety, maintain product inventory and develop the culinary skillset to prepare all entrees at the highest level

Operations: Maintain cleanliness, safety standards, and apply knowledge of all policies, procedures and practices

Benefits

Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity
5 or more weeks of comprehensive training
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401 K with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Associate discounts (Panda Express, Hibachi San, Panda Inn plus Theme Parks) and free meals when you work
Lucrative Associate Referral Bonus
Pre‑tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Compensation

GM starting at $75,000 per year + bonus (potential earnings over $100,000 per year)

AM starting at $58,000 per year + bonus (potential earnings over $75,000 per year)

Qualifications

Restaurant Manager qualifications include:

Minimum one to two years of operations experience
Some leadership experience
Must pass cooking test annually
Must be flexible to move to a store within a radius of 50 miles from home

ADA Statement: While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Work space is restricted and employees are expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 in to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high.

Seniority Level