Shift Lead — Fast-Paced Kitchen & Guest Experience

Panda Restaurant Group; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in West Des Moines, IA, seeks a Shift Lead to energize the team and deliver Panda’s guest-first service. You’ll support management during the shift, help run store operations, and contribute to a fast-paced, welcoming dining room.

You will gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites, while developing leadership and teamwork skills in a busy restaurant environment.

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, acquired at applicant’s own expense

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group in West Des Moines, IA, seeks a Shift Lead to energize the team and deliver Panda’s guest-first service. You’ll support management during the shift, help run store operations, and contribute to a fast-paced, welcoming dining room.

You will gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites, while developing leadership and teamwork skills in a busy restaurant environment.