Shift Leader

Panda Restaurant Group; Brigham City (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals

Health, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Brigham City, Utah is seeking a Shift Leader for its team. The role involves supporting store operations, managing shifts, and preparing food while fostering a vibrant atmosphere for guests. Candidates should possess some high school education and operational experience, with Food Safety certification. This is an entry-level full-time position, offering flexible schedules and competitive pay, along with various benefits including healthcare options and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Some high school education required.
• Prefer operations experience.
• Food Safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant environment for guests.
• Manage store operations and lead the team.
• Prepare Panda favorites for guests.
• Develop skills to grow yourself and others.

Job description

Apply for the Shift Leader role at Panda Restaurant Group and join a team that supports Panda’s mission of creating food with passion, service with heart, and ambiance with pride.

Role

You will:

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
• Manage store operations and lead the team during the shift.
• Gain hands‑on experience cooking and preparing Panda favorites for guests.
• Develop a diverse range of skills to grow yourself and others.

How we reward you

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short‑Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full‑time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonus for eligible associates
• Opportunities to give back to your community
• Hands‑on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify. Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

Shift Lead Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• Some high school education
• Prefer operations experience
• Food Safety: Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at the applicant’s own expense

ADA Statement

While performing duties, the counter area is often hot with steam from the steam table and food vapors. Workspaces are restricted and employees are expected to remain standing for extended periods. Tasks include preparing hot and cold foods, using a Chinese chef knife and other kitchen equipment, and working quickly without sacrificing accuracy. Employees must lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across a counter 36 inches wide. Kitchens are hot, noisy, and have limited storage space. Successful candidates will be able to work in a fast‑paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

Panda Strong Since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family‑owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.

You’re Wanted Here

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunity and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding workplace accommodation. We do not discriminate based on protected characteristics, including but not limited to sex, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to [e-mail].

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Restaurants