Assistant Manager (Indeed Event)

About the Role

Panda Express is searching for experienced leaders to join our store management team. As an Assistant Manager, you are in charge of 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. A 3+ week paid Store Management Leadership Training program, mentorship, and support from the Panda community will prepare you for success.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of a single store
• Hire, manage, and direct associates to achieve financial goals
• Ensure delivery of exceptional guest experiences

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Must be flexible to move to a store within a 50-mile radius of home
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including opening and closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
• Serve Safe certified (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 Chinese cook knives and other kitchen equipment while working quickly and accurately
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Standing for up to four hours and reaching across countertops measured at 36 inches
• Working in a fast-paced, high-noise environment with limited storage space and high shelving

Employees must also have effective verbal communication skills, the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations.

About Panda Express

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

Pay

Pay range: $22 per hour - $25 per hour. Within this range, individual pay is determined using factors such as work location and experience. Panda makes no guarantee that any associate will earn a bonus and reserves the right to change or terminate bonus programs at any time.