Shift Leader (P1-1474192-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Shift Lead to join its dynamic team. In this role, you will be pivotal in creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests while gaining valuable experience in managing operations and leading your team. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will have the opportunity to develop diverse skills and advance into management roles. The company values its people and offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive health benefits. If you are passionate about food service and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Associate discounts

Referral bonuses

Ongoing career development

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Some operations experience preferred.
• Food Handler certification required at applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Manage store operations and lead the team during shifts.
• Prepare food and cook Panda favorites for guests.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Team leadership

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 play a central role in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart of our company, and 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 in managing store operations and leading the team during the shift.
3. Get 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, and Voluntary Short-Term Disability, 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, and bereavement/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 roles
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• For more details, please visit our benefits page.

Note: Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, the eligibility requirements for each benefit.

Shift Lead Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Some high school education
• Preferred some operations experience

Food Safety Requirements:

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

ADA Statement:

Employees must be able to work in a hot environment with steam and food vapors, stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, reach across counters, and work in a noisy, limited-space kitchen. Effective communication skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment are essential.

About Panda:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building a community where people can better their lives, guided by family values.

We Value Diversity:

We embrace diversity and workplace equality, believing it fosters creativity, innovation, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. For workplace accommodations, contact our accommodation team at [e-mail].