Shift Lead Cook: Lead a Fast-Paced, Welcoming Kitchen

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

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is seeking a Shift Lead to support our fast-paced kitchen and front-of-house operations. You will lead team members during shifts, uphold Panda’s service standards, and help maintain a welcoming dining room atmosphere.

This role offers hands-on experience in food preparation, supervision, and guest service, with opportunities to develop leadership skills in a growing, family-owned restaurant concept that values hospitality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Some high school required.
• Operations experience and food safety knowledge preferred.

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 preparation

Education

Some high school

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is seeking a Shift Lead to support our fast-paced kitchen and front-of-house operations. You will lead team members during shifts, uphold Panda’s service standards, and help maintain a welcoming dining room atmosphere.

This role offers hands-on experience in food preparation, supervision, and guest service, with opportunities to develop leadership skills in a growing, family-owned restaurant concept that values hospitality and teamwork.