Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager

Store Manager – Panda Restaurant Group

Join Panda Express as a Store Manager, leading the operations of a single store while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and meeting financial goals.

• Lead daily operations of the store.
• Hire, train, and manage associates to achieve performance targets.
• Drive sales growth and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and company standards.
• Maintain inventory, cost controls, and visual merchandising.
• Deliver outstanding customer service.

• 8+ weeks of paid Store Management Leadership Training.
• Free meals while at work.
• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance for full‑time associates.
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short‑Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance.
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program.
• Employee discounts at theme parks, gyms, and more.
• Community service opportunities.
• Ongoing career and leadership development, including training and scholarships.
• Associate referral bonus.
• Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance.
• Full benefit details available at .

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexible to work within a 50‑mile radius and on a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Serve Safe certified (Food Safety).
• Strong leadership, communication, adaptability, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and reach across 36‑inch counters.

While performing duties, counter areas may be hot with steam or food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees typically stand for long periods. Work includes preparing hot and cold foods, using Chinese cook knives and other equipment, and working quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours, and reach across 36‑inch counters.

Kitchens are hot, noise levels high, storage limited, and shelving high. Employees must work in a fast‑paced environment, communicate verbally, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. The company complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding workplace accommodation.

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals; applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations.

Pay Range: $33 per hour – $36 per hour. Individual pay is determined by location and experience. Bonuses are not guaranteed.