$100K Potential Annual Earning - Restaurant Manager

Panda Restaurant Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive Compensation Package

Excellent Bonus Opportunity

Comprehensive Training

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Associate Discounts

Lucrative Associate Referral Bonus

Job summary

A leading Asian dining company in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee and manage operations, ensuring guest satisfaction and profitability. You will lead a team, handle hiring and training, and work towards financial goals. The ideal candidate has operational experience and strong leadership skills, along with the ability to adapt and meet high standards in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of operations experience.
• Experience in leadership roles required.
• Annual cooking test must be passed.
• Flexibility to relocate within a 50-mile radius.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a $1-2 million business and manage a team.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and financial goals.
• Handle hiring, training, coaching, and development of associates.

Skills

Operations management

Team leadership

Culinary skills

Financial management

Job description

Pay Range

Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Additional compensation: Annual Bonus

Compensation Details

General Manager (GM): starting at $80K/year + bonus (potential earnings over $100K/year)

Assistant Manager (AM): starting at $58K/year + bonus (potential earnings over $75K/year)

About Panda Express

Panda Express is part of Panda Restaurant Group, the world leader in Asian dining experiences that also includes Panda Inn and Hibachi‑San. We share a mission to deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences while inspiring people to better their lives. Founded in 1983, Panda has close to 2,400 locations globally.

Restaurant Manager Responsibilities

As a General Manager, you will oversee a $1‑2 million business, manage a team, ensure guest satisfaction, and run a profitable restaurant. You will handle hiring, training, coaching, and development of associates, meet financial goals, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Training Program

All leaders participate in a comprehensive 6+ week Store Leadership Training Program covering:

• People Development – hiring, training, coaching, and developing talent.
• Guest Experience – maintaining high food quality and service standards.
• Financial – understanding sales growth, cost management, and profit growth.
• Kitchen Management – ensuring food safety, managing inventory, and culinary skills.
• Operations – maintaining cleanliness, safety, and applying policies and procedures.

Restaurant Manager Qualifications

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

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management, Business Development, and Training
• Industries: Restaurants, Food and Beverage Services, and Hospitality

Benefits

• Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity
• 5+ 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

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 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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