Shift Lead Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Growth & Team Impact

Panda Restaurant Group; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support management and lead team during the shift in our fast-paced Panda restaurants. You will help create a welcoming guest environment and assist in daily operations, including food preparation and maintaining Panda standards.

This role offers hands-on experience in store leadership, guest service, and team development while working under restaurant leadership to ensure smooth service and high-quality meals for guests.

Qualifications

• Some high school education is acceptable; formal degree not required.
• Prefer some operations experience.
• Food Safety: Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating a welcoming guest environment.
• Lead the team during the shift and support management.
• Gain hands-on experience in cooking Panda favorites for guests.
• Develop a range of skills to grow professionally.

Skills

Team leadership

Store operations

Food preparation

Customer service

Education

Some high school

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support management and lead team during the shift in our fast-paced Panda restaurants. You will help create a welcoming guest environment and assist in daily operations, including food preparation and maintaining Panda standards.

This role offers hands-on experience in store leadership, guest service, and team development while working under restaurant leadership to ensure smooth service and high-quality meals for guests.