Shift Leader

Panda Restaurant Group; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

401K with company match

Paid training and development

Job summary

A large family-owned restaurant chain is seeking a Shift Lead in Long Beach, California. In this role, you'll manage store operations, support the team, and ensure a welcoming environment for guests. Ideal candidates will have some experience in operations and food safety knowledge. Benefits include flexible schedules, competitive pay, and numerous career growth opportunities. This position is perfect for those looking to develop skills in a dynamic restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Some high school education is required.
• Prefer some Operations experience.
• Food Safety knowledge is required (e.g., Food Handler certification).
• Strong verbal communication skills necessary.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Safety knowledge

Verbal communication skills

Operations experience

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Role

As a Shift Lead for our team, you will have the opportunity to embrace a central role in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment. 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.
• Gain a diverse range of skills to develop yourself and others.

Benefits

• 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
• On‑Going Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Please refer to benefit details.
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Qualifications

• Some high school education
• Prefer some Operations experience
• Food Safety knowledge (local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense)
• Commitment to uphold a high standard of integrity and ethics in accordance with Company Policies.
• Ability to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for guests and associates in an open‑kitchen setting.
• Experience interacting with individuals of all ages, including minors and seniors.
• Open‑kitchen experience: counter areas are hot with steam and vapors; employees are expected to stand for long periods and handle hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knives and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly while maintaining accuracy.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours, and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, manage conflicts, and address difficult situations.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants can review information about the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance here: Fair Chance Ordinance.

Pay Range

$23 per hour – $26 per hour (individual pay varies by location and experience)

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are hot with steam from tabletops and food vapors, workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knives and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

About Panda Restaurant Group

Founded in Glendale, California, we are the largest family‑owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. We embrace family values and are proud to impact our team and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process.

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