Shift Leader

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Shift Leader in a fast-paced restaurant environment. This role is vital in creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests while supporting management in daily operations. You'll gain hands-on experience in food preparation and develop a diverse skill set that fosters personal and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and full-time benefits, including medical and dental coverage. This is an exciting opportunity to advance into management while being part of a supportive and family-oriented culture.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals during shifts

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Paid training

Qualifications

• Experience in operations and food safety preferred.
• Local food handler certification required at applicant’s expense.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Gain skills in managing store operations and leading during shifts.

Skills

Operations Management

Food Safety

Effective 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 in our restaurants 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. Our restaurants are the heart of our company, and our people are the key to success. You will:

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
• Gain skills in managing store operations and leading during shifts.
• Get hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites.
• Develop a diverse range of skills to grow personally and professionally.

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals during shifts
• Full-time benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and more
• Flexible Spending Accounts and 401K with company match
• Paid time off and employee discounts
• Referral bonuses and community involvement opportunities
• Paid training and leadership development
• Opportunities for advancement into management

For detailed benefits, visit this link. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for each benefit.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Some high school education
• Preferred experience in operations and food safety
• Local food handler certification (at applicant’s expense)

ADA Statement:

Employees must be able to work in hot, noisy environments, lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Effective communication and adaptability are essential.

About Panda:

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

Our Values:

We value diversity and workplace equality, believing they foster innovation and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Restaurants

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