General Manager

Portillo’s•Tomball, TX

11h

About The Position

Do you relish the opportunity to beef up a team of high performers? Can you bring that extra sizzle to the grill while making lifelong memories for our guests and our team members? At Portillo’s, we’re looking for a General Manager who’s ready to lead a team to deliver satis-frying food and top-notch customer service. If you’ve got what it takes to ketchup with our fun, fast-paced environment and add that extra pickle to everything you do, we want you to join our family! Our people are the heart of Portillo’s. We pride ourselves on living our core values of Family, Greatness, Energy and Fun while igniting the senses with our unrivaled food and experiences for our Guests and Team Members.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of Restaurant General Management in a high volume, fast-paced environment preferred
Working knowledge of restaurant operations, recruiting, food planning, preparation, sanitation, health standards, and security
Demonstrated ability to champion hospitality and motivate team members
Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching and achieving excellence
Knowledgeable in all financial aspects of business operations, including labor and all P & L responsibilities
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
Must have worked at Portillo’s for 1 year with an average of at least 20 hours over a 6-month period

Nice To Haves

Current sanitation and B.A.S.S.E.T. alcohol service training a plus

Responsibilities

Drive strategic direction for Portillo’s restaurants by executing operational standards and driving business results through people development.
Model operational standards and execute critical behaviors to run great shifts creating lifelong memories for our guests and team members.
Meet and exceed financial and profitability goals by managing budgets
Implement company policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local and state health and food safety compliance
Demonstrate integrity, honesty, restaurant knowledge, and the ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members alike while promoting the culture, values, and standards of Portillo’s
Deliver top-notch standards of excellence and hospitality by leading, coaching and developing team members and restaurant leaders
Responsible for ensuring the execution of all aspects of restaurant operations, including but not limited to sales, profits, facilities, inventory, payroll and scheduling
Promote the Portillo’s brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events

Benefits

Participation in a discretionary bonus program based on restaurant performance, among other ingredients
Annual Stock Grant (discretionary)
Monthly technology reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Free shift meals
Development benefits
Perks and discounts - access to hundreds of discounts from movie tickets to gym memberships and more
Counseling and support resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Your choice of health insurance from among three medical plans (including a PPO), two dental plans, and a vision plan.
Paid time off
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent care
Beef Stock – our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Voluntary Benefits like critical illness coverage, and identity theft insurance