Assistant Manager

About the Role

Panda Express, a leader in the American Chinese restaurant industry, is seeking experienced leaders to join their store management team. As a family-oriented company, Panda Express is dedicated to fostering the professional and personal growth of its associates through paid leadership training, mentorship, and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Manager will assist in the overall operation of a single store, managing and directing staff to meet financial objectives and to ensure exceptional guest experiences. This role involves hiring personnel, overseeing daily operations, and driving the store’s success. To prepare for this role, candidates will undergo a store leadership training program lasting at least three weeks.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma is mandatory.
• Flexibility to relocate within 50 miles of current residence.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including opening and closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business demands.
• Food Safety certification: Serve Safe certified.

Physical and Work Environment

The role involves working in a fast-paced, often hot kitchen environment with exposure to steam, food vapors, and noises. Employees must be able to stand for extended periods (up to four hours), lift up to 50 lbs, and utilize kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Effective verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to dynamic priorities and manage conflict are essential.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage ranging from $26.5 to $29.5 based on location and experience.
• Complimentary meals during working hours.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental coverage, voluntary short-term disability, and cancer income protection insurance for full-time associates.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account.
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and leave sharing opportunities.
• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and additional perks.
• Paid hands-on training, continuous career and leadership development, education assistance, scholarships, and associate referral bonuses.
• Income protection options, including disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.

Detailed benefit information is available upon request. Eligibility criteria must be continuously met to qualify for benefits.

About Panda Restaurant Group

Since its founding in Glendale, California, in 1983, Panda Restaurant Group has become the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept with nearly 2,800 global locations. The company embraces family values and strives to inspire employees to improve their lives while delivering exceptional dining experiences and positively impacting communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Panda Restaurant Group is committed to equal opportunity employment and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics including gender, race, religion, age, disability, and veteran status. The company complies with ADA requirements and provides reasonable accommodations during application and hiring processes upon request.