Assistant Manager (P1-1364935-2)

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. As a part of the Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., the company is renowned for delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and fostering a culture that emphasizes family values, inclusion, and the personal and professional growth of its associates. Panda Express is 100 percent committed to the development of its employees, providing extensive training, mentorship, and community support to help them reach their career goals. This dedication to its workforce has made Panda Express a highly respected employer in the industry.

The Assistant Manager position at Panda Express offers a rewarding career opportunity within this dynamic and fast-paced restaurant environment. The role focuses on assisting with the operation of a single store, where you will be responsible for managing and directing associates, achieving financial goals, and delivering outstanding guest experiences. This leadership role is crucial to the overall success of the restaurant as it requires hands-on involvement in hiring, training, scheduling, and motivating store employees. As an Assistant Manager, you will have access to a comprehensive store leadership training program that lasts three or more weeks to ensure you are well-prepared to succeed in managing various aspects of the store.

In addition to leadership responsibilities, the role demands flexibility and adaptability to work in a bustling, customer-focused environment, including weekends and variable shifts. The company fosters a supportive work culture with benefits designed to enhance employee wellbeing, such as free meals during shifts, a generous compensation package with bonus opportunities, medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and various other perks including discounts and community engagement opportunities. Panda Express values diversity and inclusiveness, ensuring equal employment opportunities and accommodations for all individuals.

Joining Panda Express as an Assistant Manager means stepping into a role where your contributions directly impact customer satisfaction and the operational success of the store. You will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to continuous professional growth and leadership development, with clear pathways for advancement within the company. This role is ideal for those passionate about hospitality, team leadership, and growth opportunities within an established and expanding company that prides itself on quality, innovation, and employee care.