Shift Leader (P1-1474196-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Lexington (SC, KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving family-owned restaurant group as a Shift Leader, where your leadership will inspire a dedicated team and create memorable dining experiences. In this dynamic role, you'll manage store operations, lead your team, and ensure that guests enjoy a welcoming atmosphere. With opportunities for growth and development, you'll be part of a company that values diversity and community involvement. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including free meals and health insurance. Embrace your passion for food and service in a fast-paced environment where your contributions truly matter.

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 Development

Opportunities for growth into management

Qualifications

• Experience in managing store operations and leading teams.
• Ability to handle food safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant environment for guests.
• Lead the team during shifts and manage operations.
• Prepare food and ensure quality service.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Preparation

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 for our team, 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
• 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
• For more details, please visit https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf.

Shift Lead Qualifications: Education and Experience:

• Some high school education
• Preferred 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 a Chinese cook knife and other 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 counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. 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 or difficult situations.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the U.S. With nearly 2,300 locations worldwide, 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 in our community and workplace.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it strengthens us. Workplace equality fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and happiness. We welcome all qualified candidates.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all relevant laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team at [e-mail].