Shift Leader — Drive Guest Experience & Team Success

Panda Restaurant Group; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support restaurant operations and lead the team during shifts. You will help create a welcoming guest environment, assist in cooking Panda favorites, and contribute to a fast-paced, growth-oriented workplace.

The role offers hands-on experience in store operations and opportunities to develop leadership and customer-service skills while upholding food safety standards and efficient shift execution.

Qualifications

• Some high school is preferred.
• Food Safety training or certification may be required.
• Local certification such as Food Handler may be required at applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Gain skills managing store operations and leading the team during the shift.
• Gain hands on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites for guests.
• Develop yourself and others through on-the-job learning.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team management

Cooking

Education

Some high school

Food Handler certification (local requirement)

Tools

Food Handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Shift Lead to support restaurant operations and lead the team during shifts. You will help create a welcoming guest environment, assist in cooking Panda favorites, and contribute to a fast-paced, growth-oriented workplace.

The role offers hands-on experience in store operations and opportunities to develop leadership and customer-service skills while upholding food safety standards and efficient shift execution.