Shift Leader (P1-1361399-1)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Shift Lead in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. You'll play a crucial role in supporting management, leading your team, and creating memorable dining experiences for our guests. This position offers hands-on training, opportunities for growth into management, and a chance to make a difference in your community. With a commitment to diversity and a family-oriented culture, this role is perfect for those looking to develop their skills while enjoying competitive pay and great benefits. Embrace the opportunity to grow with us!

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K with company match

Paid training

Opportunities for growth into management

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in operations is preferred.
• Food Handler certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support management in creating a welcoming environment.
• Lead the team during shifts and manage store operations.
• Prepare food and ensure customer satisfaction.

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. Your responsibilities include:

1. Supporting in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
2. Gaining valuable skills in managing store operations and leading the team during shifts.
3. Getting hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites for our guests.
4. Developing 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
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth 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.

Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Shift Lead Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Some high school education
• Preferred experience in operations

Food Safety:

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

ADA Statement:

While performing duties, employees may encounter hot environments with steam and food vapors. The workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to stand for long periods. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., work in hot and noisy environments, and communicate effectively. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and manage conflicts is essential.

About Panda:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda is now 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 organizational culture.

We value diversity:

We embrace diversity and workplace equality, believing it fosters creativity, inclusion, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing accommodations for applicants and employees as required by law.