Assistant Manager

About the Role

Panda Express invites experienced leaders to join their store management team, focusing on both professional and personal growth. The organization provides paid Store Management Leadership Training, mentorship, and a supportive community dedicated to your success.

Key Responsibilities

As an Assistant Manager, you will support the operation of a single store, including hiring, managing, and directing team members to reach financial objectives while ensuring outstanding customer experiences. You will be instrumental in driving the success of your store, supported by over three weeks of leadership and operational training.

Compensation and Benefits

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Competitive pay with additional bonus incentives
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, voluntary short-term disability, and cancer income protection insurance for full-time employees
• Pre-tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401K retirement plan with company matching
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and participation in the Leave Share Program
• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and more
• Community involvement opportunities
• Hands-on, paid training to prepare for leadership success
• Ongoing career growth and leadership development programs
• Education assistance and scholarship opportunities
• Referral bonuses for associate introductions
• Income protection through Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance

Candidates must satisfy eligibility criteria to qualify for these benefits.

Requirements and Preferences

• High school diploma is mandatory
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate within a 50-mile radius of home
• Availability to work various shifts including openings, closings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by business demands
• Serve Safe Food Safety certification

Additional Information

Work conditions include exposure to heat and steam in kitchen areas, standing for extended periods, and handling weights up to 50 pounds. Employees must use kitchen tools such as BBQ knives, maintain accuracy under pressure, and adapt to a fast-paced and noisy environment with limited storage space. Effective verbal communication, adaptability to change, and conflict management skills are necessary.

Company Background

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group has grown to be the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain in the U.S. with nearly 2,800 global locations. The company emphasizes family values and community impact.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fair treatment regardless of gender, race, origin, disability, or other protected characteristics. They comply with all laws regarding workplace accommodations and offer assistance for applicants needing support during the hiring process.