Shift Leader

Panda Restaurant Group; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as a Shift Leader, where you will manage operations, lead a team, and create a welcoming environment for guests. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals during shifts

Comprehensive health benefits for full-time employees

401K with company match

Paid time off and leave programs

Employee discounts and referral bonuses

Paid training and leadership development

Growth opportunities into management

Qualifications

• Experience in operations preferred.
• Food Safety certification required at applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Manage store operations and lead the team during shifts.
• Support in creating a vibrant environment for guests.
• Gain hands-on experience in cooking Panda favorites.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Join to apply for the Shift Leader role at Panda Restaurant Group

Our Panda Shift Leader associates are important leaders of our team, responsible for bringing Panda’s mission alive by supporting management in creating food with passion, service with heart, and ambiance with pride.

Role

As a Shift Lead, you will play a central role in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Your responsibilities include:

1. Supporting in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
2. Managing store operations and leading the team during shifts.
3. Gaining hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites.
4. Developing a diverse skill set to grow personally and professionally.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals during shifts
• Comprehensive health benefits for full-time employees
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care, Dependent Care)
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off and leave programs
• Employee discounts and referral bonuses
• Community involvement opportunities
• Paid training and leadership development
• Growth opportunities into management

Qualifications

• Some high school education
• Experience in operations preferred
• Food Safety certification (local requirements, acquired at applicant’s expense)

Work Environment & Requirements

Employees must work in hot, noisy kitchens, often standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working quickly and accurately. Effective communication and adaptability are essential.

About Panda

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned Chinese restaurant chain in the U.S., with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and fostering a family-oriented culture.

Equal Opportunity

We value diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide accommodations for qualified individuals and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.