Panini Kabob Grill - Shift Leader/Restaurant Manager/Assistant GM ($75k to $80k)

Saint Aliso Inc; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Panini Kabob Grill in California is seeking a Shift Leader/Restaurant Manager to drive service quality and guest satisfaction. You will run shifts, coach teams, and solve problems to uphold our high standards.

This full-time role involves leading FOH and BOH, managing staffing and scheduling, and ensuring safety, cleanliness, and pace aligns with company expectations. Strong leadership and hands-on approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a leadership role at a full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership and a proven track record.
• Excellent communication and hands-on management.

Responsibilities

• Lead FOH operations on opening, mid, or closing shifts.
• Oversee BOH operations to ensure prep levels, food safety, and quality standards.
• Supervise, coach, and develop FOH staff to deliver consistent, high-quality service.
• Ensure restaurant ambiance, cleanliness, safety, and pace meet company standards.
• Handle guest concerns quickly and professionally.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and departmental goals.
• Maintain smooth operations while solving any problems or emergencies that arise.

Job description

Position Title: Shift Leader/Restaurant Manager/Assistant GM ($75k to $80k)

Full-Time – Food/Beverage

About the Role

At Panini Kabob Grill, our Service Operations Supervisors set the tone for excellence, ensuring every guest leaves with the same thought: “I’m coming back.”You’ll be the person guiding the flow of service, coaching and developing the team, solving problems in the moment, and making sure our high standards for food, hospitality, and efficiency are met every shift.

You’ll be running shifts, leading teams, and making decisions that directly impact the guest experience and the restaurant's success.

What You’ll Do

• Lead front-of-house (FOH) operations on opening, mid, or closing shifts
• Oversee back-of-house (BOH) operations to ensure prep levels, food safety, and quality standards are consistently met
• Supervise, coach, and develop FOH staff to deliver consistent, high-quality service
• Ensure restaurant ambiance, cleanliness, safety, and pace meet company standards
• Handle guest concerns quickly and professionally
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and departmental goals
• Maintain smooth operations while solving any problems or emergencies that arise

What We’re Looking For

• 2–5 years in a leadership role at a full-service restaurant
• Strong leadership skills and a track record of success
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Dependable, motivated, and hands-on
• Ability to work 10+ hour shifts, on your feet, and lift up to 50 lbs