Shift Leader (P1-1360939-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Indiana, Indianapolis (PA, IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks enthusiastic Shift Leaders to drive its mission of delivering exceptional dining experiences. In this role, you will cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while managing store operations and leading a dedicated team. This position offers hands-on cooking experience and the opportunity to develop a diverse skill set for personal and professional growth. With a commitment to employee development and community engagement, this role is perfect for those looking to advance in a dynamic restaurant environment.

Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Competitive Pay

Free Meals

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Associate Discounts

Referral Bonuses

Paid Training

Ongoing Career Development

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant operations preferred.
• Food Safety certification required at applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Lead the team during shifts and manage store operations.

Skills

Restaurant Operations

Food Safety Certification

Verbal Communication

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:

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 personally and professionally.

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and more for full-time associates
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and bereavement
• Associate discounts on various brands
• Referral bonuses
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing career development and leadership training
• Potential for advancement into management roles
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
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*Candidates must meet, and continue to meet, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.*

Shift Lead Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Some high school education preferred
• Experience in restaurant operations preferred
• Food Safety certification (local/municipal requirements may apply), acquired at applicant's own expense

ADA Statement:

Employees should be prepared to work in hot environments with steam and food vapors, stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work quickly and accurately in a noisy, fast-paced kitchen environment. Good verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential.

About Panda:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group 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.

We welcome you:

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. For workplace accommodations, please contact our team at [e-mail].