Area Director

P.F. Chang's is a renowned leader in the restaurant industry, widely recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences while fostering a dynamic culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation. As a full-service upscale casual dining restaurant, P.F. Chang's has built a strong reputation by blending authentic Asian cuisine with modern flair, providing an inviting and memorable dining environment for guests across its locations. The company prides itself on upholding the highest standards in food quality, service, and overall guest satisfaction, continually striving to surpass customer expectations.

P.F. Chang's is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Area Director, also known as a Market Partner, who will oversee multiple restaurant locations within the Atlanta, GA market. This leadership role involves a strategic blend of operational, financial, and people management responsibilities designed to drive sales growth and ensure consistent operational excellence throughout the market. The Area Director plays a vital role in aligning each restaurant with P.F. Chang's corporate vision, maintaining brand standards, and delivering the personalized, guest-centric experiences that define the company’s reputation.

The selected candidate must be based in Atlanta, GA, and possess extensive experience in multi-restaurant leadership, preferably within upscale casual dining or a full-service restaurant company. A strong passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction is essential, along with a proven track record of achieving financial targets, key performance indicators (KPIs), and managing cost controls effectively. The Area Director will lead and mentor Operating Partners, driving innovation in sales strategies, market trend analysis, and frontline team development.

This role requires a hands-on leader who will regularly conduct site visits to uphold health and safety compliance, brand standards, and operational procedures. They will also collaborate closely with teams to craft strategies that increase revenue, promote upselling, and implement marketing initiatives. Furthermore, the Area Director will oversee the recruitment and onboarding of new management trainees, ensuring a strong pipeline of talent and leadership within the market.

The position demands a high level of financial acumen, proficiency with point-of-sale (POS) systems, and corporate software, accompanied by strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence to manage and inspire teams effectively. The candidate should have experience in opening new restaurants, which is strongly preferred, and be prepared for extensive travel of up to 75 percent of the time.

Working primarily in the restaurant environment, occasionally in office settings or remotely, the Area Director must be capable of performing the essential functions of the role, including prolonged standing and walking. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits starting immediately after hire, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, competitive pay with performance incentives, tuition reimbursement, prepaid meal cards, exclusive employee discounts, and a supportive community fund.

Joining P.F. Chang's means becoming part of a passionate team motivated by their purpose: To Celebrate Life. Family. Food. This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a supportive and innovative environment dedicated to growth and excellence.