Panda Restaurant Group
$100K Potential Annual Earning - Restaurant Manager
Panda Restaurant Group, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
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.
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Panda Restaurant Group by 2x.
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$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.
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Panda Restaurant Group by 2x.
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