Assistant Operating Partner

P.F. Chang's; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits: medical, dental, and

401(K) and paid time off

Bonuses (monthly and annual)

Referral bonuses: $250/$500

Job summary

P.F. Chang's is hiring immediately for a salaried full-time Restaurant Assistant General Manager or Restaurant Assistant Operating Partner. The role focuses on leading a high-energy team, driving sales, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Candidates should have 5+ years of restaurant management, strong mentorship and communication skills, and the ability to manage costs and inventory while promoting a positive culture within the restaurant.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, mentor and lead the team to deliver excellent service.
• Boost sales and drive restaurant financial performance.
• Foster a positive, family-like work culture and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee culinary and hospitality standards to ensure guest experience.
• Manage inventory, costs, and overall financial controls.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Cost control

Inventory management

Tools

POS systems

Job description

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 / year

Benefits We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
• Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Monthly and annual bonuses based on performance.
• Professional Development: Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career - we promote from within.
• Referral Program: Earn a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions through our employee referral program (for locations other than home location).
• Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
• Holidays: Most locations closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.

Hiring immediately for our salaried full-time Restaurant Assistant General Manager or Restaurant Assistant Operating Partner.

Job Summary

Do you strive to be the best? Do you motivate others to want to be like you? Do you excel at your job? Then Join us in our quest for world domination by way of great food and hospitality! …okay, that’s a little excessive, but P.F. Chang’s is the global leader in scratch Asian cooking, and we are always looking to add to our cream of the (green onion) crop!

Job Responsibilities

• Motivate & Mentor: Lead, coach, and teach your team to be the best they can be
• Boost Financial Performance: Build sales and maximize financial success for your restaurant
• Create & Nurture Culture: Develop, encourage, and model a fun, positive, family-style work environment
• Drive Culinary Excellence: Deliver an amazing guest experience through your culinary expertise
• Lead & Inspire Hospitality: Ensure guest satisfaction through unforgettable service

Job Requirements

• 5+ years restaurant management experience
• Must possess a valid driver’s license to perform occasional duties such as providing shift coverage, meeting liquor license requirements (depending on the state), delivering large catering orders (which may include operating a rental truck), making supply runs, local restaurant marketing, attending offsite training and business meetings, and traveling between restaurant locations to support operations.
• Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
• Ability to mentor and train team members
• Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve conflict and provide direction
• Involvement/understanding of managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
• Adapt quickly to a variety of work environments, and work effectively with different types of people

Why work for us?

Because it’s more than a job. We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose: To Celebrate Life. Family. Food.