Shift Leader (P1-1361545-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Shift Lead, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This position offers the chance to develop valuable management skills while working in a fast-paced environment. You’ll support your team in creating a welcoming atmosphere and gain hands-on experience in food preparation. With flexible schedules and numerous benefits, including free meals and opportunities for career growth, this role is perfect for individuals looking to make a difference in their community while advancing their careers.

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

Ongoing Career & Leadership Development

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Qualifications

• Some high school education is required.
• Prefer some operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Manage store operations and lead the team during shifts.
• Prepare food and develop diverse skills.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Customer Service

Food Safety

Education

Some High School

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:

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
• Great 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
• Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

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
• Prefer some operations experience

Food Safety:

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

ADA Statement:

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam tables and food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen equipment, 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 countertops measured at 36 inches. Kitchens are hot and noisy; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With nearly 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to improve their lives. We are proud to embrace family values and positively impact our communities.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity in all forms, believing it brings strength. Workplace equality fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and happiness. We welcome you to join us.

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