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, including hiring, managing, and directing associates to achieve financial goals and ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest experiences. We provide a 3 or more weeks of paid Store Management Leadership Training, mentorship, and support from our Panda community to prepare you for success.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the operation of a single store
- Hire, manage, and direct associates to meet financial goals
- Ensure delivery of exceptional guest experiences
- Work opening and closing shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
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 evenings, weekends, and holidays
- 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 kitchen equipment such as a Chinese cook knife
- Lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Standing for up to four hours at a time
- Reaching across countertops measured at 36 inches to serve customers
- Working in a fast-paced, high-noise environment with limited storage space and high shelving
- Effective verbal communication and adaptability to changing priorities
- 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 while inspiring people to better their lives.