Restaurant Manager

PF Changs China Bistro • Boston, MA

8d • $73,500 - $88,500

About The Position

The Restaurant Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for bringing P.F. Chang’s Guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience to life. The role leads front-of-house hospitality and back-of-house culinary operations, develops an engaged team, creates memorable Guest experiences, and supports strong restaurant performance. The manager works in alignment with the company’s PRIDE values: Passion, Respect, Innovation, Discipline, and Excellence.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of progressive restaurant leadership experience managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• At least 21 years of age and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain required food safety, alcohol service, and company training certifications in accordance with state, local, and company requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to handle shift coverage, bank deposits, catering deliveries, local marketing, and business travel.
• Strong proficiency in culinary and beverage standards, labor management, cost controls, POS technology, problem-solving, and team coaching.
• Flexible availability to work front-of-house and back-of-house shifts across days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and transport up to 50 pounds, and work in kitchen, cooler, freezer, and outdoor conditions.
• Perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework in hospitality, culinary arts, or business.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, train, coach, and develop Team Members while building leadership bench strength and maintaining an inclusive, respectful, high-performing workplace.
• Champion food and beverage quality, preparation, presentation, and service standards.
• Coach service, menu knowledge, speed of service, and Guest recovery to deliver personalized hospitality.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and guest-ready environment through sanitation checks, facility upkeep, and preventive equipment maintenance.
• Drive sales growth, manage labor and food cost controls, execute assigned Areas of Responsibility, and participate in inventory, ordering, and other restaurant performance goals.
• Support local restaurant marketing, community outreach, and charitable initiatives as a brand ambassador.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Monthly and quarterly performance bonuses.
• Paid management training and career development.
• Employee referral bonuses: $250 for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions at locations other than the employee’s home location.
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund for qualifying Team Members experiencing hardships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED