Store Manager

About the Role

Panda Express, a leader in the American Chinese restaurant industry, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our store management team. We are committed to nurturing both the professional and personal growth of our employees, offering paid leadership training, mentoring, and continuous support from a community invested in your success.

Key Responsibilities

As a Store Manager, you will oversee all operational aspects of a single restaurant location. Your duties will include recruiting, managing, and guiding team members to meet financial targets and deliver outstanding customer experiences. Your leadership will be pivotal in driving the store's success. To equip you for this role, you will participate in an extensive store leadership training program lasting eight weeks or more.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Completion of high school diploma is mandatory
• Flexibility to work at any store within a 50-mile radius of the location
• Ability to work varied schedules, including weekends
• Certification in Food Safety through ServSafe

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The role requires standing for extended periods (up to four hours) in hot, fast-paced kitchens with exposure to steam, food vapors, and noise. Employees must handle food preparation, utilize kitchen utensils such as Chinese cook knives safely, and lift up to 50 pounds. The workspace can be confined, necessitating adaptability to changing priorities and effective conflict management and communication skills.

Benefits and Compensation

• Paid hands-on training preparing you for success
• Continuous career and leadership development opportunities, including comprehensive training
• Career progression into higher management roles
• Education assistance and scholarships available
• Generous referral bonuses
• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Competitive salary starting at $75,000 annually, with bonus opportunities (note: pay varies by location and experience and bonuses are not guaranteed)
• Full-time medical, vision, dental, voluntary short-term disability, and cancer insurance coverage
• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and participation in the Leave Share Program
• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and more
• Income protection including disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer and Accessibility

Panda Restaurant Group is dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on any legally protected basis including gender, race, religion, disability, age, veteran status, and others. Reasonable accommodation requests during the application and interview process will be accommodated upon request.