Store Manager

About the Role

Panda Express is seeking experienced leaders to join its store management team, dedicated to fostering both professional growth and personal success among associates. This position involves overseeing the complete operation of a single store, including hiring, managing staff, achieving financial objectives, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

As a Store Manager, you will be responsible for directing and leading team members to meet business targets and deliver top-quality guest experiences. External candidates start on the path to General Manager roles by first completing paid leadership training designed to establish a solid understanding of Panda’s operations, culture, and leadership standards.

Training and Advancement

The program includes a minimum of 12 weeks of leadership training followed by evaluations and successful graduation from the General Manager certification course (GO100), making you eligible for promotion to General Manager.

Compensation and Benefits

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and voluntary insurance plans 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 leave-sharing options
• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and additional perks
• Opportunities for community involvement
• Hands-on paid training with ongoing career and leadership development
• Education assistance and scholarship programs
• Attractive employee referral bonuses
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance coverage

Note: Eligibility requirements for these benefits must be met and maintained. Refer to official company resources for full details.

Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma is mandatory
• Willingness to relocate within a 50-mile radius to work at different stores
• Availability for flexible scheduling including opening/closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on business demands
• Serve Safe food safety certification required

Work Environment and ADA Compliance

Work will involve standing for extended periods, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds, and navigating a fast-paced kitchen environment involving hot steam and food vapors. Effective communication, adaptability, and conflict management skills are needed. The company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants.

Company Overview

Established in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Express is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain with nearly 2,800 locations globally. The organization values family principles and strives to create positive impacts on both employees and their communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on characteristics protected by law including gender, race, disability, age, veteran status, and more. Requests for accommodations during the application or hiring process can be directed to the company’s support team.