Assistant Manager

About the Role

Panda Express is actively seeking experienced leaders to join our store management team. We are dedicated to the growth and development both professionally and personally for all of our associates. To support your success, we provide paid leadership training, mentorship, and ongoing community assistance.

Key Responsibilities

As an Assistant Manager, you will support the operations of a single store. Your duties involve hiring, guiding, and managing team members to meet financial objectives while delivering excellent guest service. Successfully running your store is central to this role. Comprehensive store leadership training lasting at least three weeks will be provided to prepare you.

Desired Qualifications and Requirements

• A high school diploma is mandatory.
• Candidates must be willing to relocate within a 50-mile radius of their current home to work in a new store if required.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules including opening and closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands.
• Must hold a valid Food Safety certification such as Serve Safe.

Working Conditions and ADA Statement

The work environment includes hot, steamy conditions near food preparation areas with restricted space requiring standing for extended periods. Tasks include preparing hot and cold foods, using kitchen tools like Chinese knives, and working quickly with accuracy. Physical demands involve lifting up to 50 pounds, standing up to four hours, and reaching across counters. Kitchens are noisy and storage is limited. Employees must thrive in fast-paced settings, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts professionally.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay ranging from $25 to $28 depending on location and experience.
• Complimentary meals during shifts.
• Competitive compensation including performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, voluntary disability, and cancer protection insurance for full-time employees.
• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid time off, including holidays, bereavement leave, and leave sharing.
• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and more.
• Community involvement opportunities.
• Extensive paid leadership and career development training.
• Continuous education support and scholarships.
• Associate referral bonuses.
• Income protection plans including disability, life, and accident insurance.

Please refer to the company’s official benefits documentation for complete details. Eligibility is contingent upon meeting specific criteria for each benefit.

About Panda Restaurant Group

Established in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the US. Operating nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, we aim to offer outstanding Asian dining experiences while fostering a supportive and family-oriented organizational culture.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate against candidates or employees on any protected basis as defined by law including gender, race, disability, age, and more. We comply with laws regarding workplace accommodations and provide reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process upon request.