Shift Leader (P1-1360694-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Shift Lead at a leading family-owned American Chinese restaurant. In this pivotal role, you will enhance the dining experience by managing store operations and leading your team in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and 401K with company match. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity for personal growth and development, with potential pathways into management. If you thrive in a vibrant atmosphere and are passionate about service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for community involvement

Ongoing Career & Leadership Development

Qualifications

• Experience in managing store operations and leading a team.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing food.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Cooking Skills

Conflict 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 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:

1. Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
2. Gain valuable skills managing store operations and leading the team during the shift.
3. Gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites for our guests.
4. 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
• 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
• Opportunities to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Potential for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

For more details, please refer to this link.

Shift Lead Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Some high school education
• Preferred experience in operations

Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, must be acquired at the applicant's own expense.

ADA Statement:

While performing duties, employees may encounter hot environments with steam and food vapors. The workspace is often restricted, requiring employees to stand for long periods and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counters at 36 inches high. Work environments are typically hot and noisy, with limited storage space. Employees must be able to adapt to a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, manage conflicts, and handle changing priorities.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in the U.S., with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building an organization where people are inspired to improve their lives, embracing family values in all we do.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our organization. Workplace equality fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and overall happiness. We welcome everyone to join us.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities without discrimination based on characteristics protected by law, including sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, and more. We also comply with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].