Shift Leader (P1-1360062-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Westgate Lake Manor (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group Inc is seeking a Shift Lead to oversee and support restaurant operations while ensuring excellent guest experiences. This role is key in managing the team, cooking, and fostering a vibrant environment. Competitive pay, flexible schedules, and career advancement opportunities are part of what we offer.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals during shifts

Full-time benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental

401K plan with company match

Paid time off

Training for success

Career and leadership development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in operations preferred.
• Food Safety certification (may be acquired at applicant's expense).

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Manage store operations and lead the team during shifts.
• Cook and prepare Panda favorites for guests.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Time management

Education

Some high school education

Job description

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.

As a Shift Lead, you will embrace a central role in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart of our company, and we believe our people are the recipe for success. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the creation of a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Managing store operations and leading the team during shifts.
• Cooking and preparing Panda favorites for guests.
• Developing a diverse range of skills to grow yourself and others.

What we offer:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals during shifts
• Full-time benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability, and Cancer Income Protection insurance
• Flexible Spending accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave
• Associate discounts on various brands
• Referral bonuses
• Community involvement opportunities
• Paid training for success
• Career and leadership development programs
• Potential for advancement into management roles

For more details, please visit https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf.

Qualifications:

• Some high school education
• Experience in operations preferred
• Food Safety certification (may be acquired at applicant's expense)

Physical and environmental requirements:

Employees must work in hot, noisy environments, often standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working quickly with accuracy. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and handle conflicts effectively is essential.

About Panda:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda 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 family-oriented organization that values diversity and community impact.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. For accommodations, contact our team at [e-mail].