Area Director

P.F. Chang's is a renowned leader in the restaurant industry, celebrated for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a culture grounded in excellence, integrity, and innovation. As a full-service upscale casual dining company, P.F. Chang's has established itself as a favorite destination for guests seeking a unique blend of Asian cuisine, warm hospitality, and inviting ambiance. Operating multiple restaurant locations primarily in the greater Miami-Fort Lauderdale market, the company emphasizes personalized dining experiences that align with its corporate vision and stringent quality standards. The brand consistently strives for operational excellence, a high level of service, and a strong community presence, which sets it apart in a highly competitive industry.

The role of Area Director, also known as the Market Partner, is a critical leadership position that oversees various restaurants within a designated market area. This position is primarily field-based, requiring the successful candidate to reside within Miami-Dade or Broward County and dedicate approximately 75% of their time to on-site support. The Area Director plays a strategic role in driving sales growth, ensuring operational standards, and mentoring leadership teams. This role demands a passionate leader with a guest-centric mindset who is dedicated to exceeding performance KPIs, EBITDA targets, and achieving cost-control objectives.

In this role, the Area Director acts as a pivotal bridge between corporate leadership and restaurant operations, guiding Operating Partners to innovate sales strategies and enhance guest experiences. The position ensures full compliance with brand standards, health codes, and safety protocols through frequent site visits and provides ongoing coaching and development support to team members across the market. This leadership role is also responsible for strategic oversight, including setting the direction for the market, monitoring performance metrics, identifying improvements, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Additionally, the Area Director supports recruitment, onboarding, and professional development initiatives to build a strong, united workforce. With an emphasis on teamwork, communication, and emotional intelligence, this leader addresses employee relations and conflict resolution to maintain a positive and productive work environment. With extensive multi-restaurant leadership experience in a polished, upscale casual dining environment, the ideal candidate will also have a proven track record in opening restaurants and managing sales growth using advanced POS and corporate software systems. This opportunity offers comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(K) plans, paid vacation and holidays, competitive pay and performance incentives, tuition reimbursement, meal cards, exclusive discounts, and a supportive community fund. Working at P.F. Chang's means being part of a passionate team dedicated to celebrating life, family, and food while advancing your career in an inspiring and meaningful setting.