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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Quarterly bonus potential
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Career growth opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
San Diego International Airport (SAN) hosts a vibrant and dynamic dining venue operated by Panda Express, one of the leading quick-service Asian-inspired restaurants in the United States. As a major gateway to the San Diego region, SAN Airport experiences high passenger volumes daily, making it an exciting and fast-paced environment for food service and hospitality professionals. Panda Express at SAN is part of SSP America, a renowned company dedicated to delivering exceptional food travel experiences across North America’s busiest airports. SSP America partners with popular local and international brands to offer diverse culinary options, catering to the needs of travelers... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience
- experience working in quick service or fast casual restaurant environments
- proven ability to lead high-volume operations
- strong leadership and team development skills
- ability to manage labor costs, food costs, and inventory
- excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- ability to remain calm and organized under pressure
- flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience in a quick service or fast casual environment
- experience leading high-volume restaurant operations
- experience with Panda Express or Asian-inspired restaurant concepts is a plus
- strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- experience managing labor, food cost, inventory, and operational performance
- ability to stay calm, organized, and solution-focused under pressure
- strong operational discipline with a focus on cleanliness, consistency, and execution
- excellent communication and decision-making skills
- ability to multitask and adapt quickly in a high-traffic environment
- flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Lead day-to-day restaurant operations in a high-volume airport environment
- create an engaging, guest-focused culture that delivers outstanding hospitality
- recruit, train, coach, and retain a strong management and hourly team
- drive operational excellence, food quality, sanitation, and safety standards
- manage labor, food cost, inventory, waste control, and overall financial performance
- lead shifts alongside your team and provide hands-on operational support
- drive speed of service and execution during peak meal periods while maintaining food quality and presentation standards
- ensure consistent execution of brand recipes, wok-cooking standards, and portion control
- lead daily shift huddles and foster a high-energy, accountability-driven team culture
- handle guest concerns professionally and turn feedback into action
- support new product launches, promotions, and operational initiatives
- develop future leaders through coaching, accountability, and mentorship
- coach assistant managers and shift leaders to support internal growth and succession planning
- maintain strong operational readiness for fluctuating airport passenger traffic
- maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and airport operational requirements
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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