Shift Lead Cook — Fast-Paced, Guest-Focused Kitchen

Panda Restaurant Group; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support management and lead team members in a fast-paced Panda restaurant in Illinois. You will help create a welcoming environment, ensure smooth shift operations, and assist in preparing Panda favorites with attention to quality and safety.

The role offers hands-on opportunities to develop leadership, customer service, and cooking skills, while upholding Panda's mission and values in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Local/municipal Food Handler certification required or acquired at applicant's own expense
• High school level education (some high school) is acceptable
• Operations experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support management 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
• Develop yourself and others

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support management and lead team members in a fast-paced Panda restaurant in Illinois. You will help create a welcoming environment, ensure smooth shift operations, and assist in preparing Panda favorites with attention to quality and safety.

The role offers hands-on opportunities to develop leadership, customer service, and cooking skills, while upholding Panda's mission and values in daily operations.