Shift Leader (P1-1361773-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Virginia, Richmond (MN, VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Shift Lead at a forward-thinking restaurant chain, where you will play a key role in creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. This position offers the chance to develop leadership skills while managing store operations and preparing delicious meals. With a commitment to employee growth, you will receive hands-on training and opportunities for advancement. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive health benefits, all while being part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that values community engagement. If you're ready to embrace a fast-paced environment and make a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Associate discounts

Referral bonuses

Hands-on paid training

Ongoing career development

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Ability to manage store operations and lead a team during shifts.
• Knowledge of food safety and local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant environment for guests.
• Gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing meals.
• Develop skills to grow yourself and others.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety Knowledge

Operational Management

Education

Some High School Education

Job description

Our Panda Shift Leader Associates

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
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, and 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, and funeral leave, plus the Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts on 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 refer to this document.

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 Requirements

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

ADA Statement

While performing duties, employees may encounter hot environments with steam and food vapors. Workspaces are often 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 and adaptability to a fast-paced environment 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, diversity, and community engagement.

We Welcome You

We value diversity and workplace equality, believing it fosters innovation and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws. If you require accommodations, please contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].