Assistant Manager

Overview

Panda Express is searching for experienced leaders to join our store management team. Panda is 100% committed to the professional and personal development of our family of associates. We offer paid Store Management Leadership Training, mentorship, and support from our Panda community that cares about your success.

You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store. This includes, but is not limited to, hiring, managing and directing of associates to achieve financial goals and ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest experiences. It’s up to you to make your store a success. To prepare you for success, we provide a 3 or more weeks of store leadership training program.

• Free meals while working at Panda
• Generous compensation package with bonus opportunities
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program
• Discounts at theme parks, gym memberships, and much more
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• On-Going Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• On-going career and leadership development, including comprehensive training
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships
• Lucrative associate referral bonus
• Income protection including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
• Please refer to Panda Careers Benefits details for more information

• High school diploma required
• Flexibility to work in a store within a 50-mile radius
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Food Safety:
  Serve Safe certified

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and reach across counters.

Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high. Employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changes, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Panda Strong Since 1983. Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America with close to 2,300 locations globally. We embrace family values and strive to deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences while supporting the growth of our team and communities.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. If you require an accommodation, please contact our accommodation team via email at

Pay Range: $26.50 per hour - $29.50 per hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined by location and experience. Panda does not guarantee bonuses and reserves the right to modify or terminate bonus programs at any time.