Panda Express managers have the opportunity to embrace an entrepreneurial spirit while thriving in a fast-paced environment. As a General Manager, you will oversee a business valued at $1-2 million and lead the development of your team, ensuring guest satisfaction and restaurant profitability. Your responsibilities will include hiring, managing, and directing associates, as well as achieving financial goals and delivering exceptional guest experiences. With this role, you have the power to create your own success story, and Panda offers an outstanding compensation package, featuring uncapped profit sharing bonuses based on your growth.
To set you up for success, all Panda leaders undergo an extensive 6+ week Store Leadership Training Program designed to build a solid foundation and inspire high performance. The program emphasizes:
- People Development: Hiring, training, coaching, and nurturing the right talent for your restaurant.
- Guest Experience: Maintaining food quality and guest service standards while enhancing marketing skills.
- Financial Management: Understanding sales growth, managing costs, and driving profit.
- Kitchen Management: Ensuring food safety, managing inventory, and developing culinary expertise.
- Operations: Upholding cleanliness and safety standards while applying comprehensive knowledge of policies and procedures.
What We Offer Our Full-Time Management Team: - Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity
- 5 or more Weeks of Comprehensive Training for your success
- Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401 K with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Associate Discounts (Panda Express, Hibachi San, Panda Inn plus Theme Parks) and free meals while you work
- Lucrative Associate Referral Bonus
- Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Starting salary for GM is $78K/year + bonus, with potential earnings exceeding $100K/year. For AM, starting at $59K/year + bonus, with potential earnings up to $75K/year.
About Us: Panda Express is part of Panda Restaurant Group, the leader in Asian dining experiences, which also includes 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." Guided by this mission, we are dedicated to inspiring better lives for our team members and the communities we serve. Whether through sharing delicious food or offering professional and personal growth opportunities, we create a genuine family environment that is uniquely Panda.
Panda was founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, and has grown to become America's favorite Chinese restaurant, with nearly 2,400 locations globally and over 100 new locations opened each year.
Acknowledgments: - Named one of "America's Best Employers".
- Great Place to Work certified.
- Recognized as the Safest Restaurant Chain in the U.S. during the pandemic.
Job Requirements Education and Experience: - Associate's degree (Bachelor's Degree preferred for H1B candidates)
- 1-2 years of Operations experience
- Some leadership experience required
- Must pass Cooking Test annually
- Flexibility to relocate within 50 miles
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
ADA Statement: While performing duties, employees may encounter hot environments with steam and food vapors. The workspace can be limited, requiring long periods of standing. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen tools, and operate swiftly with accuracy. Lifting up to 50 lbs. and reaching across counters is necessary, while kitchens are hot with high noise levels and limited storage.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.