Unit Manager-Panda Express (DFW Airport)

Unit Manager-Panda Express (DFW Airport)

Job Category: Food and Beverage Service Requisition Number: UNITM003537

Posted: February 26, 2026

Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 USD per year

Location: Dallas, TX 75261, USA

Job Details

Description

Purpose of Position: Manages the operation to deliver superior guest service by performing the following duties: manages the day-to-day operations of the unit's performance, cost, revenue, labor and inventory control, quality of products and services. Manages employee relations, coaching and counseling, training and development. Manages quality of product to ensure compliance with company, franchise, brand/concept, and regulatory agency requirements. Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the unit's performance, cost, revenue, labor and inventory control, quality of products and services.
• Supervises the activities of Assistant Managers and associates by assigning duties and ensuring that the unit is opened and staffed appropriately.
• Manages and reviews unit's P & L statements to ensure budgetary targets are achieved. Reviews other required reports and operating data. Provides analysis to management as needed.
• Manages all quality control records, including quality assurance and loss prevention policies and procedures and cleaning programs.
• Ensures compliance with company and brand/concept, and/or franchise standards of operating procedures, as well as applicable regulatory agencies.
• Manages recruitment, selection, promotion and other associate status changes.
• Maintains effective communication and positive associate relations by ensuring all duties are performed in a timely and professional manner to include: performance reviews, progressive discipline, resolving employee relations, and managing incentive programs.
• Responsible for the proper training and development of staff and supports associates to ensure delivery of superior guest service.
• Operates unit in compliance with airport requirements and maintains awareness of volume and activities.
• Works with maintenance staff to inspect, maintain, and replace equipment and fixtures when necessary.
• Follows and monitors safe food handling, proper hygiene practices and workplace safety standards for operating a unit.

Decision-Making Authority: Position makes operating decisions with respect to assigned unit. Decisions regarding menus, operating processes, pricing, etc. are to be reviewed with next level management and/or the GM.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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