Shift Lead Cook — Fast-Paced Team Leader

Panda Restaurant Group; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support management, lead the team during shifts, and help create a welcoming environment for guests. You will gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites while developing a range of skills to advance yourself and others.

This role emphasizes fast-paced operations, guest satisfaction, and collaboration with management to maintain a high standard of service and teamwork across the restaurant.

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.

Education

Some high school

Prefer some Operations experience

Food Safety: Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support management, lead the team during shifts, and help create a welcoming environment for guests. You will gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites while developing a range of skills to advance yourself and others.

This role emphasizes fast-paced operations, guest satisfaction, and collaboration with management to maintain a high standard of service and teamwork across the restaurant.