Restaurant Manager – Lead Fast-Paced Teams & Memorable Guests

Portillo's; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Uniform allowance

Free shift meals

Educational benefits

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

Portillo’s is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee shifts, training, scheduling, and operations while upholding sanitation and safety standards.

You will drive coaching, engage with team members, and make strategic decisions on inventory and labor to support Portillo’s famed service and quality. A strong English communicator with a high school diploma is essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years restaurant management in a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations, recruiting, scheduling, sanitation, food quality.
• Ability to lead, coach and drive excellence at every level.
• Understanding of P&L and restaurant operations.
• Must pass sanitation and responsible alcohol vending courses.
• Strong communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Model operational standards and execute critical behaviors to run great shifts.
• Motivate and manage team members to provide hospitality.
• Demonstrate leadership with a focus on coaching and excellence.
• Foster team engagement through recognition and communication.
• Ensure sanitation, food and restaurant safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scheduling software

Inventory management

Sanitation procedures

Job description

Portillo’s is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee shifts, training, scheduling, and operations while upholding sanitation and safety standards.

You will drive coaching, engage with team members, and make strategic decisions on inventory and labor to support Portillo’s famed service and quality. A strong English communicator with a high school diploma is essential.