Shift Lead & Cook — Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Kitchen

Panda Restaurant Group; Lake Elsinore (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to help manage daily operations and lead our team during peak periods at our California location. The role emphasizes hospitality, food preparation and active guest engagement to deliver the Panda experience with pride.

You will gain practical experience in running store operations, coaching teammates and maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming dining environment. This position offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced, team‑oriented company.

Qualifications

• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification.

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

Store operations

Team leadership

Guest experience

Food preparation

Education

Some high school

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to help manage daily operations and lead our team during peak periods at our California location. The role emphasizes hospitality, food preparation and active guest engagement to deliver the Panda experience with pride.

You will gain practical experience in running store operations, coaching teammates and maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming dining environment. This position offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced, team‑oriented company.