Assistant Manager

About the Role

Join an industry-leading team at Panda Express as an Assistant Manager. You will play a crucial role in overseeing the daily operations of a single restaurant location. Your responsibilities include hiring staff, managing associates, and steering the store towards its financial targets while ensuring outstanding guest service. To prepare you for success, a comprehensive leadership training of at least 3 weeks will be provided, covering all critical aspects of store management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the overall operation and management of a single store location.
• Recruit, manage, and direct associates towards meeting financial and service goals.
• Ensure delivery of excellent customer experiences consistently.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma is mandatory.
• Flexibility to relocate within a 50-mile radius if necessary.
• Availability for a flexible schedule including opening and closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays according to business requirements.
• Food Safety certification such as Serve Safe is required.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

The role requires standing for extended periods, sometimes in hot and noisy environments. Tasks include preparing hot and cold foods, safely handling specialized kitchen tools, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Effective communication, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and conflict management skills are also essential.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage between $26 and $29, determined by location and experience.
• Paid meals during shifts.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, vision, dental insurance, short-term disability, cancer protection, and income protection.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid time off including holidays, bereavement leave, and Leave Share Program.
• Employee discounts for theme parks, gym memberships, and more.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career advancement.
• Continuing education assistance and scholarships available.
• Associate referral bonus programs.

Company Overview

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain, operating nearly 2,800 outlets worldwide. The organization is committed to fostering personal and professional growth among its associates while delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Panda Restaurant Group is dedicated to equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination based on legally protected characteristics such as gender, race, disability, age, and more. The company adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations during recruitment and employment.