Scheduling Compliance Manager

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Rosemead (CA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work schedule

401K with company match

Yearly bonus opportunity

Medical, dental and vision insurance

On-site fitness center

Discounts at Panda restaurants

Paid time off 15 days + 7 holidays

Education assistance

Income protection

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group Inc. is seeking a Scheduling Compliance Manager in California to drive Predictive Scheduling (Fair Work Week) compliance across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams with HR, Legal, Operations, IT, Payroll, and vendor partners to implement scalable scheduling standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant experience, with a focus on enterprise rollout, governance, and field adoption across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience with increasing management responsibility.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for end-to-end program for Predictive Scheduling (Fair Work Week) compliance, leading enterprise rollout and sustainment of requirements supported by the Legion workforce system.
• Translates regulatory requirements into scalable HR programs and operational standards, ensuring Predictive Scheduling laws are clearly defined, documented, and consistently executed in partnership with Operations and Payroll.
• Leads cross-functional execution across HR, Legal, Operations, IT, Payroll, and Legion, serving as the central program owner to align priorities, define business requirements, and deliver integrated compliance solutions.
• Establishes and drives program governance, timelines, and accountability, proactively managing risks, dependencies, and operational gaps while providing leadership with updates on progress and exposure.
• Drives change management and field adoption including training and regular connect with Operations, embedding compliant scheduling practices into daily operations through training, communication, and leader enablement.
• Leverages Legion-enabled data, reporting, and audit insights to monitor compliance performance, identify trends and root causes, and continuously improve program effectiveness.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Stakeholder communication

HR programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Legion workforce system

Job description

Summary of Job Description:

The Scheduling Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing complex, cross-functional Human Resources initiatives that drive organizational effectiveness, associate experience, and business transformation. This role works closely with HR leadership, business stakeholders, and external partners to deliver high-impact projects across areas.The Scheduling Compliance Manager is responsible for Predictive Scheduling (Fair Work Week) compliance, leading enterprise rollout and sustainment of requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for end-to-end program for Predictive Scheduling (Fair Work Week) compliance, leading enterprise rollout and sustainment of requirements supported by the Legion workforce system. Accountable for program strategy, execution, and sustained compliance outcomes across jurisdictions.
• Translates regulatory requirements into scalable HR programs and operational standards, ensuring Predictive Scheduling laws (e.g., advance scheduling notice, schedule change premiums, access to hours) are clearly defined, documented, and consistently executed in partnership with Operations and Payroll.
• Leads cross-functional execution across HR, Legal, Operations, IT, Payroll, and Legion (vendor), serving as the central program owner to align priorities, define business requirements, and deliver integrated compliance solutions.
• Establishes and drives program governance, timelines, and accountability, proactively managing risks, dependencies, and operational gaps while providing leadership with transparent updates on progress and compliance exposure.
• Drives change management and field adoption including training and regular connect with Operations, embedding compliant scheduling practices into daily operations through training, communication, and leader enablement.
• Leverages Legion-enabled data, reporting, and audit insights to monitor compliance performance, identify trends and root causes, and continuously improve program effectiveness in response to regulatory updates and business needs.

How we reward you:

• Hybrid Work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background & experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience with increasing management responsibility, preferably in a retail/hospitality environment
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Pay Range: M2: $112,500 - $158,000 / Annual

* Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You're wanted here:

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation.The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].