Assistant Manager

About the Role

Join Panda Express as an Assistant Manager, where you will support the operations of a single restaurant store. This leadership position involves overseeing hiring, managing team members, and driving financial success while delivering outstanding guest service. To prepare you, we provide a comprehensive paid leadership training program lasting three or more weeks along with ongoing mentorship and community backing.

Key Responsibilities

You will help operate the store efficiently by directing associates, achieving financial targets, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience that promotes the store's success.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma is mandatory.
• Willingness to relocate to a store within 50 miles of your residence.
• Availability for a flexible schedule including opening and closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs demand.
• Food safety certification (Serve Safe Certified) is required.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The role involves standing for long periods, exposure to hot environments with steam and food vapors, the use of kitchen equipment including Chinese cook knives, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The kitchen is often noisy and storage areas are limited with shelving high above. Employees must be able to work quickly without sacrificing accuracy and to adapt to a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities and occasional conflict management.

Benefits and Rewards

• Complimentary meals during your working hours.
• Competitive salary with hourly wage between $30 and $33, plus bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental insurance, and voluntary plans such as Short-Term Disability and Cancer Income Protection.
• Pre-tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) plan featuring company matching contributions.
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and the Leave Share Program.
• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and more.
• Community engagement opportunities.
• Paid practical training and continuing leadership development including education assistance and scholarships.
• Attractive referral bonuses.
• Income protection policies including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance.

Company Overview

Since 1983, Panda Restaurant Group has grown from its roots in Glendale, California to nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, becoming the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain. The company is guided by family values and committed to inspiring its team and positively impacting communities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer devoted to inclusive hiring practices and compliance with all regulations related to workplace accommodations under the ADA. Reasonable accommodations for applicants during the hiring process are provided upon request.

Salary Details

The pay ranges from $30 to $33 per hour based on factors such as location and previous experience. Bonus programs may vary or be discontinued at the company's discretion.