Assistant Manager

Description:

Panda Express is looking for experienced leaders to join their store management team. The Assistant Manager supports the operation of a single store by hiring, managing, and directing associates to meet financial goals and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role includes leadership training of 3 or more weeks to prepare for success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing store operations.

• Hire, train, and manage store associates.

• Direct team to achieve financial and guest service goals.

• Participate in a comprehensive store leadership training program.

• Maintain food safety standards (Serve Safe certification required).

Benefits and Rewards:

• Free meals while working.

• Bonus opportunities.

• Medical, vision, dental, and voluntary insurance options.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and leave share program.

• Discounts on theme parks, gym memberships, and more.

• Paid hands-on training and ongoing career and leadership development.

• Education assistance and scholarships.

• Associate referral bonuses.

• Income protection including disability, life, and AD&D insurance.

• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma required.

• Flexible to work within a 50-mile radius of the store.

• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends.

• Serve Safe food safety certification required.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, work in a fast-paced, hot, noisy kitchen environment.

• Effective verbal communication skills and conflict management abilities.

• Adaptability to dynamic and changing priorities.

ADA & Work Environment Notes:

• Work involves standing, lifting, using kitchen equipment including knives.

• Hot, noisy, and fast-paced work environment with limited storage and shelving height.

• Requires verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.

Company Overview:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the U.S., with about 2,300 locations globally. They value diversity, inclusion, and fostering a positive workplace culture.