Store Manager

About the Role

Join Panda Express as a Store Manager, taking full ownership of a single restaurant location's operations. This leadership position involves hiring, managing, and directing associates to meet financial targets and provide outstanding guest experiences. An intensive 8+ week paid Store Management Leadership Training program is offered to prepare you for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall store operations including staffing, performance management, and operational excellence.
• Drive achievement of financial goals through effective planning and execution.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and uphold Panda Express standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work at a store location within 50 miles of your residence.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Food safety certification: Serve Safe.

Physical and Work Environment

The store environment can be challenging: employees often stand for long periods, handle hot and cold foods, operate kitchen tools including sharp knives, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Working conditions are fast-paced with heat, steam, noise, limited space, and high shelving. Effective verbal communication and adaptability to changing priorities and conflict management are essential.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid hands-on training and ongoing leadership development.
• Career advancement opportunities into higher management roles.
• Continuous education assistance, including scholarships.
• Attractive referral bonuses for successful associate recommendations.
• Complimentary meals while on shift.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, vision, dental, voluntary short-term disability, cancer income protection insurance for full-time employees.
• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and a Leave Share Program.
• Discounts for theme parks, gyms, and other services.
• Opportunities to contribute to the community.
• Income protection including disability, life, and accident insurance.

Detailed benefit information is available through the company’s HR resources. Eligibility requirements must be met and maintained to qualify for benefits.

Company Background

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Express is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant brand, with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. The organization emphasizes family values, professional growth, and community impact.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discrimination based on legally protected characteristics, including sex, gender identity, race, color, religion, disability, age, and veteran status, is prohibited. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified applicants with disabilities during the hiring process upon request.

Compensation

The position offers a starting salary of approximately $75,000 per year. Actual pay within this range depends on factors such as location and experience. Bonus programs may be available at the company's discretion and are subject to change.