Assistant Manager

Panda Express is a leading American fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in American Chinese cuisine. Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Express has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States with nearly 2,800 locations globally. The company is widely recognized for its commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences that emphasize flavor, quality, and customer satisfaction. As a brand, Panda Express embraces strong family values and is dedicated to inspiring and empowering its associates to better both their professional and personal lives. This commitment to people is reflected in their investment in development programs, supportive work environments, and community involvement initiatives.

Joining Panda Express means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive, and growth-oriented work culture where associates are mentored and trained to succeed. The company provides extensive leadership development training, paid training programs, and continuous learning opportunities. Panda Express also enforces a comprehensive approach to associate wellness and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, ensuring employees are well-supported both inside and outside of work.

The Assistant Manager role at Panda Express plays a critical part in this success story. This leadership position involves managing a single store’s day-to-day operations, overseeing and directing associates, and ensuring the store achieves its financial and guest satisfaction goals. The Assistant Manager is responsible for driving team performance while fostering a positive, inclusive workplace atmosphere that aligns with Panda Express’s core values. The position requires a hands-on leadership style, as well as operational expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to motivate others.

To prepare candidates for success, Panda Express offers a comprehensive 3 or more weeks paid Store Management Leadership Training program that covers all key aspects of restaurant management, including hiring, training, inventory control, financial management, and guest experience enhancement. This training, combined with ongoing career and leadership development opportunities, ensures that Assistant Managers are well-equipped to succeed and have clear pathways for career growth within the company.

In addition to leadership training, Panda Express provides a generous compensation package with bonus opportunities, free meals during shifts, and a full suite of benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan with company match, paid holidays and time off, and other discounts. The company also fosters a community-oriented environment encouraging associates to get involved through volunteering and participation in company-sponsored programs.

Working at Panda Express as an Assistant Manager means being part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment that values teamwork, excellence in customer service, and personal growth. Whether you are starting your leadership journey or looking to advance your career in the restaurant industry, Panda Express offers a stable, rewarding, and fulfilling career path. Candidates interested in joining Panda Express should have a high school diploma, flexibility to work within a 50-mile radius, serve safe certification, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends. The role also requires physical stamina to work in fast-paced kitchen environments and excellent communication skills. Panda Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion and compliant with all ADA regulations, ensuring reasonable accommodations are available to applicants as needed.