Shift Leader (P1-1474340-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Shift Leader at a renowned family-owned restaurant chain. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests. You'll gain hands-on experience in food preparation and restaurant operations, all within a supportive environment that values diversity and community. With flexible schedules and numerous benefits, including medical and dental insurance, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the hospitality industry. Embrace the chance to make a difference and advance your career in an exciting and fast-paced setting!

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 operations and food safety preferred.
• Ability to manage store operations during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment.
• Lead the team during shifts and manage store operations.
• Prepare food and ensure quality service for guests.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety

Cooking Skills

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:

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

**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 and 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 including Chinese cook knives, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops measured at 36 inches is required. Kitchens are hot and noisy, with limited storage space and high shelving. Employees must be able to 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 chain 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, inclusivity, and happiness. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic, including sex/gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, and more. We also comply with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team at [e-mail].