Step into a leadership role with Panda Express, where you can harness your entrepreneurial spirit in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As a General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a thriving business valued between $1-2 million. Your focus will be on team development, ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction, and driving profitability. This is your opportunity to create your own success story, and with it, Panda offers a top-notch compensation package with unlimited profit-sharing bonuses tied to your restaurant's success.
To set you up for success, all Panda leaders take part in an intensive 6+ week Store Leadership Training Program designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel as a high-performance leader. The training encompasses:
- People Development: Master the art of hiring, training, coaching, and nurturing the right talent for your restaurant.
- Guest Experience: Uphold exceptional food quality and service standards while honing your marketing skills.
- Financial Acumen: Gain a solid understanding of sales growth, cost management, and boosting profitability.
- Kitchen Management: Ensure food safety, maintain stock levels, and develop your culinary skills to prepare all menu items to the highest standards.
- Operations: Ensure cleanliness and safety standards while applying comprehensive knowledge of all policies and procedures.
As a Full-Time Management Team member, you will benefit from:
- Competitive compensation package with excellent bonus opportunities.
- Over 5 weeks of comprehensive training to set you up for success.
- Continuous career and leadership development.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401K plan with company matching.
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
- Employee Discounts (at Panda Express, Hibachi San, Panda Inn, and Theme Parks) and complimentary meals during shifts.
- Rewarding Associate Referral Bonus program.
- Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
Compensation Details:
- Store Manager: $27/hour + bonus (potential earnings exceeding $100K/year).
- Assistant Manager: $23.7/hour + bonus (potential earnings over $75K/year).
About Panda Express:
Panda Express, part of Panda Restaurant Group, is the renowned leader in Asian dining experiences, also encompassing Panda Inn and Hibachi-San. We share a common mission: "Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives." With a focus on both social responsibility and growth, we are committed to creating an uplifting environment that benefits our team and communities. Whether through quality food or career opportunities, we foster a family-like atmosphere unique to Panda.
Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Express is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain in the US, with nearly 2,400 locations worldwide and an annual opening of over 100 restaurants.
Recognized as one of "America's Best Employers"
Certified as a Great Place to Work
Acknowledged as the Safest Restaurant Chain in the US during the pandemic.
Job Requirements: - Associate's degree (or Bachelor's degree with OPT status for H1B candidates).
- A minimum of 1-2 years of operational experience.
- Some prior leadership experience is required.
- Successful completion of an annual Cooking Test.
- Willingness to relocate to a store within a 50-mile radius.
- Availability for flexible scheduling, including weekends.
ADA Statement: Duties may involve working in hot environments with steam and food vapors. Employees are expected to remain on their feet for extended periods and work in a fast-paced kitchen atmosphere, handling both hot and cold foods and utilizing kitchen equipment. Physical requirements may include lifting up to 50 lbs., standing for up to four hours, and reaching across countertops. Noise levels are typically high, and kitchen space is often limited.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.