General Manager - Panda Express

Company Description

At Paradies Lagardère, our mission is to maintain first-class standards that exceed the expectations of the customers and business partners we serve. Our Dining Division is a true restaurateur. We are passionate about connecting with each of our guests on multiple levels. From an inspiring restaurant design or live entertainment that captures a traveler’s attention, to the top-notch quality of our culinary offerings and the exceptional hospitality delivered by our teams, we focus on more than just restaurant operations. We specialize in experiences.

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team as a Restaurant General Manager in a dining environment that is diverse and inclusive. This full-time opportunity will find you immersed in a rewarding environment in our award-winning concepts that have kept travelers coming back year after year.

Job Description

• Build a great workplace for strong performers by promoting and driving an engaged workforce, career development, and learning.
• Strengthen expertise in the industry and deliver on our plans, keeping the needs of our internal and external customers in mind. 
• Drive top line sales and profitability.
• Must have a thorough understanding of all hardware and software systems that are used. This includes inventory, purchasing, forecasting, scheduling, and time keeping, email, and electronic filing systems.
• Maximize resources to improve processes and grow the business.
• Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in hotel/restaurant management is desirable. A combination of practical experience and education will be considered as an alternative.
• Obtain and maintain current Serve Safe Food Manager’s Certification within six months of hire/promotion.
• 5-7 years of experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Standing for long periods and the ability to work in an environment with varying temperatures.
• Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, recordkeeping, and preparation of reports.
• Must agree to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment. The schedule is determined by business needs.
• Proficiency required in reading and writing, Microsoft Office Suite, and mathematics.

Additional Information

We are pleased to offer our full-time employees a competitive benefit offering, including but not limited to:

• Monthly bonus program
• 401k program
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Company Holidays
• Transportation and Parking Discounts
• Employee Discounts