Kitchen Shift Lead – Cook with Heart & Lead Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a shift lead for our Plano, TX restaurants. As a Shift Lead, you’ll support management, supervise team members during the shift, and help ensure fast, friendly service and high-quality Panda favorites.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in store operations, cooking, and guest engagement, while developing leadership skills in a growth‑oriented environment with strong team values.

Qualifications

• Some high school
• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
• Gain valuable skills managing store operations and leading the team during the shift.
• Gain hands on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites for our guests.
• Gain a diverse range of skills to develop yourself and others.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Cooking

Food safety

Education

Some high school

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a shift lead for our Plano, TX restaurants. As a Shift Lead, you’ll support management, supervise team members during the shift, and help ensure fast, friendly service and high-quality Panda favorites.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in store operations, cooking, and guest engagement, while developing leadership skills in a growth‑oriented environment with strong team values.