Shift Leader

Panda Restaurant Group; Coralville (IA); 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. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals, and opportunities for growth in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Ongoing Career & Leadership Development

Qualifications

• Support in creating a vibrant environment for guests.
• Gain valuable skills managing store operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during shifts and support management.
• Prepare Panda favorites for guests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Education

Some high school

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 and are responsible for bringing Panda’s mission alive in our restaurants by supporting management in creating food with passion, service with heart, and ambiance with pride.

Role

As a Shift Lead for our team, you will have the opportunity to embrace a central role in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart and soul of our company, and we believe our people are the recipe for success. You will:

• 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.
• Develop a diverse range of skills to grow yourself and others.

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Great 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
• 401K 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
• Opportunity 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
• Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Shift Lead Qualifications: Education and Experience

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

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam tables and food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot, noisy, and storage space is limited. Employees must work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Company Background

Panda Strong Since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, with nearly 2,300 locations globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building an organization inspired to better lives, embracing family values.

We’re Wanted Here

We value diversity and workplace equality, believing it fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If needed, reach out to our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].