Assistant Manager

About the Role

Panda Express is seeking experienced leaders to join their store management team. This opportunity provides paid Store Management Leadership Training, mentorship, and ongoing support within a dedicated community focused on your success. The role involves assisting in managing a single restaurant location including hiring, supervising, and directing staff to meet financial objectives and uphold exceptional guest experiences. Prior to starting, you will receive a comprehensive store leadership training program lasting three weeks or more.

Key Responsibilities

• Support operational management of one store location.
• Recruit, manage, and lead team members to achieve financial targets.
• Ensure delivery of outstanding customer service standards at all times.
• Contribute to the overall success of the store.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Flexibility to relocate to a store within a 50-mile radius from your home.
• Availability for a flexible schedule including opening, closing, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business demands.
• Food Safety certification such as Serve Safe is required.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The workplace often involves exposure to heat, steam, and food vapors with limited workspace. Employees are expected to stand for extended periods and handle hot and cold food preparations utilizing kitchen tools like Chinese cook knives. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, standing up to four hours continuously, and reaching across counters. The kitchen environment is fast-paced, noisy, and dynamic with frequent changes in priorities; strong communication skills and conflict management ability are essential.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay ranging from $23 to $26, influenced by location and experience.
• Complimentary meals during shifts.
• Competitive pay with bonus possibilities.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental coverage with additional voluntary plans including short-term disability and cancer protection for full-time employees.
• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and a leave-share program.
• Discounts for theme parks, gym memberships, and other perks.
• Opportunities to engage in community service.
• Hands-on paid training and continued leadership development programs.
• Educational assistance and scholarship options.
• Lucrative referral bonuses for existing associates.
• Income protection through disability, life, and AD&D insurance.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Panda Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and non-discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. The company complies with federal, state, and local laws regarding reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodations are necessary for the application or interview process, candidates are encouraged to request them.

Additional Information

Hourly wages and bonuses are subject to variation based on location and experience. Panda reserves the right to modify or discontinue bonus programs at any time without notice.