
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $38,600.00 - $54,500.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Participation in discretionary bonus program
monthly technology reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Free Shift Meals
educational benefits
perks and discounts
Counseling and support resources through Employee Assistance Program
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
vision plan
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match
flexible spending accounts
Financial security through Voya Financial
Employee stock purchase plan
Voluntary Benefits like pet insurance, critical illness coverage, and identity theft insurance
Job Description
Portillo's is a renowned restaurant company celebrated for its dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food and outstanding customer service. Founded with a commitment to family values and a passion for excellence, Portillo's has become synonymous with a fun and fast-paced restaurant atmosphere where both guests and team members feel valued and engaged. The company prides itself on fostering a culture grounded in its core values: Family, Greatness, Energy, and Fun, which are integral to its operations and the memorable experiences it creates for everyone involved.
As a Restaurant Manager at Portillo's, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of high performers who are passionate about delivering satis-frying food and top-notch hospitality. This position demands a proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic and fast-moving environment and who enjoys motivating and coaching team members to achieve operational excellence. The Restaurant Manager is responsible for modeling operational standards, ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety regulations, and managing all facets of daily restaurant operations including training, scheduling, cash handling, inventory management, and budgeting.
Beyond day-to-day management, the role is about creating a vibrant and engaging workplace where employees feel recognized and valued. The ability to foster strong team engagement through effective communication and leadership is crucial. This position requires a strategic thinker who can make critical business decisions to drive the restaurant's success while maintaining the high standards expected by Portillo's. If you have a minimum of 1 to 3 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting, coupled with excellent communication skills and an understanding of P&L, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to join an iconic brand that values its people and offers a rewarding career path.
Portillo's offers a comprehensive compensation package that is competitive and reflective of experience, location, and skill set. Employees benefit from a discretionary bonus program based on restaurant performance, monthly technology reimbursements, uniform allowances, and free shift meals. Additionally, educational benefits and access to a wide range of perks and discounts enhance the overall employment experience. The company is also committed to supporting employee wellbeing through counseling and resources available via its Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Health and financial security are key priorities at Portillo's, with employees eligible for robust benefits including a choice among three medical plans including PPO options, two dental plans, and a vision plan. Generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, and financial security benefits like Voya Financial services and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan further highlight the value Portillo's places on its team members' futures. Voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, critical illness coverage, and identity theft insurance are also offered to provide additional peace of mind.
This Restaurant Manager role is an exciting opportunity to grow within a company that emphasizes teamwork, leadership development, and outstanding guest experiences. If you are eager to bring your leadership skills to a place where you can make lasting impacts, Portillo's invites you to be a part of their family where every shift is a chance to build memories that last a lifetime.
As a Restaurant Manager at Portillo's, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of high performers who are passionate about delivering satis-frying food and top-notch hospitality. This position demands a proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic and fast-moving environment and who enjoys motivating and coaching team members to achieve operational excellence. The Restaurant Manager is responsible for modeling operational standards, ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety regulations, and managing all facets of daily restaurant operations including training, scheduling, cash handling, inventory management, and budgeting.
Beyond day-to-day management, the role is about creating a vibrant and engaging workplace where employees feel recognized and valued. The ability to foster strong team engagement through effective communication and leadership is crucial. This position requires a strategic thinker who can make critical business decisions to drive the restaurant's success while maintaining the high standards expected by Portillo's. If you have a minimum of 1 to 3 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting, coupled with excellent communication skills and an understanding of P&L, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to join an iconic brand that values its people and offers a rewarding career path.
Portillo's offers a comprehensive compensation package that is competitive and reflective of experience, location, and skill set. Employees benefit from a discretionary bonus program based on restaurant performance, monthly technology reimbursements, uniform allowances, and free shift meals. Additionally, educational benefits and access to a wide range of perks and discounts enhance the overall employment experience. The company is also committed to supporting employee wellbeing through counseling and resources available via its Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Health and financial security are key priorities at Portillo's, with employees eligible for robust benefits including a choice among three medical plans including PPO options, two dental plans, and a vision plan. Generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, and financial security benefits like Voya Financial services and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan further highlight the value Portillo's places on its team members' futures. Voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, critical illness coverage, and identity theft insurance are also offered to provide additional peace of mind.
This Restaurant Manager role is an exciting opportunity to grow within a company that emphasizes teamwork, leadership development, and outstanding guest experiences. If you are eager to bring your leadership skills to a place where you can make lasting impacts, Portillo's invites you to be a part of their family where every shift is a chance to build memories that last a lifetime.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1-3 years of restaurant management experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must pass required certified sanitation and responsible alcohol vending courses
- Flexibility to work 50+ hour weeks, rotating shifts including nights and weekends, and holidays
- Ability to read, speak, and understand English
- Working knowledge of restaurant operations including recruiting, scheduling, food planning and preparation, sanitation, food quality, and security
- Understanding of P & L and restaurant operations
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-3 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant setting preferred
- Working knowledge of restaurant operations, recruiting, scheduling, food planning and preparation, sanitation, food quality, and security
- Must exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence at every level
- Understanding of P & L and restaurant operations
- Must pass required certified sanitation and responsible alcohol vending courses
- Great communication skills
- Must be able to read, speak, and understand English to communicate with team members, managers, and guests
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Flexibility to work 50+ hour weeks, rotating shifts (including nights and weekends), and holidays
Job Duties
- Model operational standards and execute critical behaviors to run great shifts creating lifelong memories for our guests and team members
- Motivate and manage team members to provide highest level of hospitality
- Demonstrate leadership with a focus on coaching and achieving excellence
- Foster team engagement through frequent recognition and communication
- Ensure compliance with sanitation, food and restaurant safety regulations
- Train Portillo's team members on operations of the restaurant
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences, making each visit memorable and fostering connections
- Responsible for executing shift planning, scheduling, training execution, and daily routines, opening and closing the restaurant, managing cash handling
- Plan for and make critical business decisions around inventory, budget, and labor
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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