Assistant Manager

About the role

Panda Express is searching for experienced leaders to join our store management team. We are committed to the professional and personal development of our associates.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of a single store
• Hire, manage, and direct associates to achieve financial goals
• Ensure delivery of exceptional guest experiences
• Participate in a 3- to 4-week store leadership training program

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Food Safety: Serve Safe certified

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work in a store within a 50-mile radius

Skills

• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities
• The ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations

Benefits

• Free meals while working at Panda
• Generous compensation package with bonus opportunities
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off, paid holidays, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program
• Discounts at theme parks, gym memberships, and much more
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• On-going career & leadership development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships
• Lucrative associate referral bonus
• Income protection including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Pay

Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

Schedule

Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities
• The ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations

ADA Statement

Counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers.