Shift Lead – Cooking & Team Leadership

Panda Restaurant Group; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Portage, Michigan, is seeking a Shift Lead to support management in delivering fast, friendly service and quality Panda favorites. As a hands-on leader, you will help create a welcoming dining room, supervise team members during shifts, and gain practical experience in kitchen operations.

This role emphasizes on-the-job training, safety compliance, and the ability to adapt to a busy, changing environment while maintaining high standards for guest satisfaction.

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

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Portage, Michigan, is seeking a Shift Lead to support management in delivering fast, friendly service and quality Panda favorites. As a hands-on leader, you will help create a welcoming dining room, supervise team members during shifts, and gain practical experience in kitchen operations.

This role emphasizes on-the-job training, safety compliance, and the ability to adapt to a busy, changing environment while maintaining high standards for guest satisfaction.