Restaurant Assistant Manager - Quick Hire!

Pei Wei Asian Kitchen is a well-established fast-casual restaurant chain known for its fresh, flavorful Asian-inspired dishes. Founded with a passion for providing high-quality food in a vibrant and welcoming environment, Pei Wei has grown significantly over the years and continues to be a popular dining destination across various locations. The company places a strong emphasis on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and employee development. With a culture built on respect, teamwork, and innovation, Pei Wei aims to deliver an exceptional dining experience to its guests while fostering a positive and supportive workplace for its staff. The brand’s commitment to quality and consistency in food preparation, along with attentive service, sets it apart in the fast-casual dining segment. Highlighting the importance of community engagement, Pei Wei also acts as a goodwill ambassador wherever it operates, contributing to local communities and maintaining a strong relationship with customers and employees alike. The Assistant Manager role at Pei Wei plays a critical part in the overall success of each restaurant location. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Assistant Manager is entrusted with significant leadership responsibilities, particularly in the absence of the GM. This position requires minimal supervision, underscoring the trust placed in the Assistant Manager to handle daily operations effectively and uphold Pei Wei’s operational standards across both the dining room and kitchen areas. Essential to this role is the responsibility for managing food quality, ensuring timely and accurate production of orders, and maintaining compliance with all state safety and sanitation guidelines. As a key player in team leadership, the Assistant Manager is tasked with fostering a safe, respectful, and constructive employee experience that promotes productivity and retention. The role involves close collaboration with the General Manager to analyze and improve business results through careful management of profit and loss indicators. In addition to operational oversight, the Assistant Manager supports staff recruitment, training, and development, helping to cultivate a skilled and motivated team. Beyond the kitchen and dining floor duties, this role also involves administrative tasks such as completing inventory and cost control measures and managing vendor orders, including beverage and supply procurement. The Assistant Manager’s influence extends to operational forecasting, labor scheduling, and ensuring that the restaurant is maintained to the highest standards, including handling repairs and maintenance as needed. This multifaceted position demands strong decision-making skills, adaptability, and a continuous learning mindset, ensuring the restaurant operates smoothly and meets company and customer expectations. Overall, the Assistant Manager at Pei Wei is a vital leadership role dedicated to maintaining the brand���s reputation for excellent food quality and outstanding guest experiences, all while building a positive workplace culture and supporting business growth.

• 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
• high school diploma or GED preferred
• ability to handle guest service issues professionally
• proficiency in food order production timing
• knowledge of safety and sanitation guidelines
• capability to train and supervise staff
• strong decision-making and coaching skills
• ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• physical ability to reach, bend, balance and transport objects up to 30 lbs