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Panda Inn

Restaurant Apportioner

La Palma, CA

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Assistant General Manager/INN

Pasadena, CA

$54K - $72K/yr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Restaurant Apportioner

Glendale, CA

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Assistant General Manager/INN

Glendale, CA

$57K - $77K/yr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Busser

Glendale, CA

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Busser

La Palma, CA

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Restaurant Cook

Glendale, CA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Busser (P1-1456234-1)

La Palma, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.90/hr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Full Service Restaurant Server

Ontario, CA · On-site

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Restaurant Cook (P1-1385322-0)

Glendale, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

Panda Inn

Busser

Ontario, CA

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for hibachi express in the United States is $16.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.78 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Hibachi Express?

Hibachi Express refers to a fast-casual restaurant or food service establishment that specializes in serving hibachi-style cuisine, typically including grilled meats, vegetables, and rice cooked on a hot flat-top grill. Unlike traditional sit-down hibachi restaurants where chefs perform tableside, Hibachi Express offers quick service, often for takeout or dine-in, with meals prepared efficiently behind the counter. These restaurants are popular for their flavorful dishes and speedy service, making hibachi cuisine accessible for people on the go.

What are the typical responsibilities of a team member at Hibachi Express, and how do they collaborate with the kitchen and front-of-house staff?

As a team member at Hibachi Express, your daily tasks may include preparing fresh ingredients, assembling orders, grilling food, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining area. You’ll work closely with both the kitchen staff and front-of-house team to ensure orders are accurate and delivered promptly to customers. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as you may need to assist in various roles during busy periods. This collaborative environment helps streamline service and provides opportunities to learn new skills from different areas of the restaurant.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hibachi Express cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hibachi Express cook, you need strong culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and experience in high-volume kitchen environments, often supported by a food handler certification. Familiarity with hibachi grills, knife techniques, and point-of-sale (POS) systems is typically required. Excellent customer service, multitasking, and teamwork are essential soft skills for engaging diners and maintaining efficient operations. These competencies ensure quality food preparation, customer satisfaction, and smooth workflow in a fast-paced restaurant setting.

What is the difference between Hibachi Express vs Sushi Chef?

AspectHibachi ExpressSushi Chef
CredentialsFood Handler's Permit, basic culinary skillsSushi certification, knife skills
Work EnvironmentFast-paced, casual diningPrecise, often in sushi bars or restaurants
Industry UsageCommon in casual and quick-service restaurantsPrimarily in Japanese or sushi restaurants
Job FocusGrilling, cooking, entertaining guestsPreparing sushi, knife work, presentation

Hibachi Express and Sushi Chef roles both require culinary skills but differ in focus. Hibachi Express emphasizes grilling and entertainment in casual settings, while Sushi Chefs specialize in sushi preparation and knife techniques. Both roles are vital in Japanese cuisine establishments but serve different customer experiences.

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Infographic showing various Hibachi Express job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,857 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Restaurant Manager - Oakland, CA - Bay Area

Regal Executive Search

Oakland, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead all or some People aspects of a Panda Express restaurant including hiring, training, coaching, and development

  • Ensure the safety of guests and associates through training and execution of food safety and restaurant safety standards and guidelines

  • Lead all or some guest components of a Panda Express restaurant including food quality, guest service, associate friendliness, and restaurant cleanliness

Job description


Restaurant Manager
Are you Craving a Career? Ready for Growth?
COME SEE WHY WE MIGHT BE THE RIGHT PLACE!
We all share a common mission: "Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives." We invest in our people because great people run great operations that will exceed our guests' expectations. Talk to any of our associates and you will experience a culture dedicated to its mission and our five fundamental values- Proactive, Respect/Win-Win, Growth, Great Operations, and Giving.
Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese grill concept. The family owned and operated company is still run by founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng.
Panda offers competitive benefits and rewarding opportunities, from entry-level positions to management. We have restaurant positions available nationwide and support center positions in Rosemead, CA. Come join the nation's largest and fastest growing Asian restaurant company.
Our continued growth in this location has created new career opportunities for Management, Crew Members, and Kitchen Team Members! Come join us!
Restaurant Management Team responsibilities:
  • Lead all or some People aspects of a Panda Express restaurant including hiring, training, coaching, and development
  • Ensure the safety of our Guests and Associates through training and execution of food safety and restaurant safety standards and guidelines
  • Lead all or some Guest components of a Panda Express restaurant including excellent food quality, guest service, associate friendliness, and restaurant cleanliness through your team using proven systems and routines
  • Lead all or some financial areas of a Panda Express restaurant including sales growth, cost management, and profit growth
  • Applies thorough knowledge of all policies, procedures and practices utilized within unit managed
  • Understands ways in which unit relates to and impacts PRG
  • Demonstrates knowledge of PRG operations and objectives
  • Seeks information regarding trends affecting food service industry

We offer our Full-Time Management Team:
  • Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity
  • 5 or more Weeks of Comprehensive Training to prepare you for success
  • On-Going 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 when you work
  • Lucrative Associate Referral Bonus
  • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications:
  • College degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • High school or GED required

Additional expectations of our Management Team are:
  • Excellent leaders with great people skills
  • Proactive - Sees life as choices and chooses to make a positive impact.
  • People Oriented - enjoys working with our guests and associates, possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Growth Oriented - knows that learning and growth are keys to personal and professional success and is willing and able to share learning with others.
  • Results Oriented - focuses on getting results without compromising guest, people, and financial areas.

Other Information:
Equal opportunity employer
To apply, send resume in word format with current salary for review and immediate interview.
ADA Statement: While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Work space is restricted and employees are expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Published description
Restaurant Manager - Portland, OR - North West South
SUMMARY
Are you Craving a Career? Ready for Growth?
COME SEE WHY WE MIGHT BE THE RIGHT PLACE!
We all share a common mission: "Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives." We invest in our people because great people run great operations that will exceed our guests' expectations. Talk to any of our associates and you will experience a culture dedicated to its mission and our five fundamental values- Proactive, Respect/Win-Win, Growth, Great Operations, and Giving.
Our client offers competitive benefits and rewarding opportunities, from entry-level positions to management. We have restaurant positions available nationwide and support center positions in Rosemead, CA. Come join the nation's largest and fastest growing Asian restaurant company.
Our continued growth in this location has created new career opportunities for Management, Crew Members, and Kitchen Team Members! Come join us!
Restaurant Management Team responsibilities:
  • Lead all or some People aspects of a restaurant including hiring, training, coaching, and development
  • Ensure the safety of our Guests and Associates through training and execution of food safety and restaurant safety standards and guidelines
  • Lead all or some Guest components of a restaurant including excellent food quality, guest service, associate friendliness, and restaurant cleanliness through your team using proven systems and routines
  • Lead all or some financial areas of a restaurant including sales growth, cost management, and profit growth
  • Applies thorough knowledge of all policies, procedures and practices utilized within unit managed
  • Understands ways in which unit relates to and impacts company
  • Demonstrates knowledge of company operations and objectives
  • Seeks information regarding trends affecting food service industry

We offer our Full-Time Management Team:
  • Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity
  • 5 or more Weeks of Comprehensive Training to prepare you for success
  • On-Going Career & Leadership Development
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401 K with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Associate Discounts and free meals when you work
  • Lucrative Associate Referral Bonus
  • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications:
  • College degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • High school or GED required

Additional expectations of our Management Team are:
  • Excellent leaders with great people skills
  • Proactive - Sees life as choices and chooses to make a positive impact.
  • People Oriented - enjoys working with our guests and associates, possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Growth Oriented - knows that learning and growth are keys to personal and professional success and is willing and able to share learning with others.
  • Results Oriented - focuses on getting results without compromising guest, people, and financial areas.

Other Information:
Equal opportunity employer
To apply, send resume in word format with current salary for review and immediate interview.
ADA Statement: While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Work space is restricted and employees are expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high.
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