Shift Leader (Indeed Event)

About the role

Our Panda Shift Leader associates are important leaders of our team and are responsible for bringing Panda's mission alive in our restaurants by supporting management in creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Shift Lead for our team, you will have the opportunity to embrace a central role in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart and soul of our company, and we believe our people are the recipe for success.

Founded in Glendale, California in 1983, Panda Restaurant Group is now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America with close to 2,800 locations globally. We continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives, embracing family values in our team and communities.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
• Gain valuable skills managing store operations and leading the team during the shift.
• Gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites for our guests.
• Gain a diverse range of skills to develop yourself and others.

Qualifications

• Some high school education preferred.
• Some operations experience preferred.
• Food Handler certification (or local/municipal equivalent) required at applicant's own expense.

Requirements

• Ability to work in hot, steamy counter areas with food vapors.
• Ability to stand for long periods (up to four hours at a time) in restricted workspace.
• Ability to prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment quickly and accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high noise levels, limited storage space, and high shelving.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations.

Pay

Hourly range: $21 – $24 per hour. Individual pay is determined by work location and experience.