Shift Lead Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen Leader

Panda Restaurant Group; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to play a central role in a fast-paced Panda restaurant. You will support management, lead the team during shifts, help cook and prepare Panda favorites, and foster a welcoming environment for guests.

The role offers opportunities to gain hands-on operations experience, develop leadership skills, and work in a team-driven setting focused on food with passion and service with heart.

Qualifications

• Some high school
• Prefer some Operations experience
• Food Safety: 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

Food safety awareness

Communication

Education

Some high school

Operations experience preferred

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to play a central role in a fast-paced Panda restaurant. You will support management, lead the team during shifts, help cook and prepare Panda favorites, and foster a welcoming environment for guests.

The role offers opportunities to gain hands-on operations experience, develop leadership skills, and work in a team-driven setting focused on food with passion and service with heart.