Shift Leader (P1-1360385-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Woodstock (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group Inc is seeking a Shift Lead to play a vital role in supporting restaurant operations and team management. This position offers opportunities for hands-on experience, skill development, and a supportive work environment with numerous benefits. Join us in providing exceptional dining experiences while advancing your career in a vibrant restaurant setting.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals while working

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Associate discounts

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Local Food Handler certification required.
• Experience in operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Manage store operations and lead the team during the shift.
• Prepare Panda favorites for guests.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Leadership

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 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
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonuses for eligible associates
• Opportunities to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing career and leadership development
• Opportunities for advancement into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 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: Local/municipal requirements such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant's own expense

ADA Statement:

Employees must be able to work in hot environments with steam and food vapors, remain standing for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work quickly and accurately in a noisy, fast-paced kitchen environment. Effective communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are 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 workplace that values family and community.

Join Us:

We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. If you require workplace accommodations, please contact our accommodation team at [e-mail].