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Pei Wei Asian Diner, LLC

Pei Wei Asian Diner, LLC-Restaurant Assistant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Pei Wei is a renowned fast-casual Asian dining restaurant chain known for its fresh, bold flavors and unique culinary experience. Established with a dedication to quality and excellence, Pei Wei has grown across multiple states, delivering a diverse menu of handcrafted dishes inspired by Asian cuisines. The restaurant prides itself on creating an inviting environment where guests can enjoy flavorful meals prepared with fresh ingredients. The company's commitment to operational excellence, guest satisfaction, and employee development has positioned it as a leader in the fast-casual restaurant industry.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • 2 years management experience for external candidates
  • 1 year Pei Wei Manager experience or 6 months Pei Wei Manager experience and 1 year previous restaurant management experience for internal candidates
  • ability to handle guest service issues professionally
  • ability to foster a respectful and quality workplace
  • knowledge of P&L and business growth strategies
  • familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines
  • ability to oversee food production and quality standards
  • skilled in supervising and training staff
  • ability to complete inventories and manage food costs
  • skills in staff scheduling and labor management
  • good physical stamina to stand and walk for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs
  • strong decision making and adaptive learning competencies
  • ability to coach and develop team members
  • proficiency in placing supply orders

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • 2 years management experience for external candidates
  • 1 year Pei Wei Manager experience or 6 months Pei Wei Manager experience plus 1 year previous restaurant management experience for internal candidates
  • strong decision making skills
  • ability to apply data and experience to support fact-based decisions
  • good judgement in balancing urgency and long term execution
  • adaptive learning skills
  • ability to quickly grasp and apply new concepts
  • ability to leverage previous experience to solve new challenges
  • knowledge and ability to train team members in all positions
  • FOH and BOH certification
  • coaching skills including providing constructive feedback and modeling desired behaviors
  • proficiency in ordering restaurant supplies

Job Duties

  • Handle guest service issues professionally and with composure
  • foster a safe, respectful, and quality employee experience
  • partner with the General Manager to identify and address opportunities to increase business results using the P&L
  • ensure compliance with state safety and sanitation guidelines
  • consistently ensure proper timing and production of all food orders
  • supervise and facilitate training of food preparation and execution of all menu items, procedures, and recipes
  • maintain all product quality standards by performing regular line checks
  • complete all prep lists, order guides, and cost and food inventories
  • support business goals including food costs, labor, and team member retention
  • supervise, assign, and delegate tasks and give direction to all staff and other management members
  • assist the General Manager in recruiting, hiring, and training
  • act as a goodwill ambassador to the Pei Wei community
  • oversee regular repairs and maintenance of the restaurant
  • assist the General Manager in developing other managers and shift leaders
  • manage placing all restaurant orders including Coke, DSI, Ed, etc.
  • partner with the General Manager to forecast sales and develop staff schedules

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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