Assistant Manager

About the Role

As an Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the operation of a single store. This includes hiring, managing, and directing associates to achieve financial goals and ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest experiences. You will receive 3 or more weeks of paid store leadership training to prepare you for success.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of a single Panda Express store
• Hire, manage, and direct associates to meet financial goals
• Ensure delivery of exceptional guest experiences
• Participate in a paid Store Management Leadership Training program (3+ weeks)

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Must be flexible to relocate to a store within a 50-mile radius of your home
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including opening/closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
• Serve Safe certification (Food Safety)

Work Environment

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam tables and food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Key physical demands include:

• Preparing hot and cold foods, using kitchen equipment (e.g., Chinese cook knife), and working quickly without losing accuracy
• Lifting up to 50 lbs., standing for up to four hours, and reaching across countertops (36 inches high)
• Working in hot, noisy kitchens with limited storage space and high shelving
• Adapting to a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, managing conflicts, and communicating effectively

Benefits

• Free meals while working at Panda
• Generous compensation package with bonus opportunities
• Medical, vision, dental, and voluntary short-term disability insurance for full-time associates
• Cancer income protection insurance
• Pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program
• Discounts at theme parks, gym memberships, and more
• Opportunities to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training and ongoing career/leadership development
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships
• Lucrative associate referral bonus
• Income protection, including disability, life, and AD&D insurance

About Panda Express

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Express is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, with nearly 2,800 locations globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.