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Panda Express Counter Help Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Team Member - Panda Express

NJ · On-site

$12 - $15.75/hr

... Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Team Members hired ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Shift Supervisor- Panda Express

Parker, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

... Donuts, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Our Core ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Team Member- Panda Express

Angola, NY · On-site

$11.50 - $15/hr

... Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Team Members hired ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Team Member- Panda Express

Angola, NY · On-site

$11.50 - $15/hr

... Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Team Members hired ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Shift Supervisor - Panda Express

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

... Donuts, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Our Core ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Team Member- Panda Express

Sloatsburg, NY · On-site

$12.25 - $16/hr

... Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Team Members hired ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Team Member- Panda Express

Lake Katrine, NY · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

... Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. Team Members hired ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Team Member- Panda Express

Parker, CO · On-site

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

... Dunkin, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more Were excited to ... Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with ...

Panda Express Supervisor

Allendale, MI

$13 - $16.50/hr

So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at ...

Panda Express Supervisor

Allendale, MI

$13 - $16.50/hr

So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at ...

Panda Express Supervisor

Allendale, MI · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or ...

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How much do panda express counter help jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for panda express counter help in the United States is $16.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does counter help do?

Counter help at Panda Express involves assisting customers at the front counter by taking orders, processing payments, and providing excellent customer service. They also prepare and package food items, maintain cleanliness, and ensure the dining area is organized. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are important for this role.

What is a Panda Express Counter Help job?

A Panda Express Counter Help job involves taking customer orders, handling payments, preparing and serving food, and ensuring a clean dining area. Team members provide friendly customer service and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. They may also assist with food prep and restocking supplies. This role requires good communication skills and the ability to multitask.

What opportunities for advancement are available for Panda Express Counter Help employees?

Panda Express encourages career growth by offering clear advancement paths for Counter Help staff, including promotions to Lead Counter Help, Shift Leader, or even Management Trainee roles for those who demonstrate reliability and leadership potential. The company provides training programs and ongoing support to help employees develop valuable skills in customer service, food safety, and restaurant operations. Many current managers started in entry-level positions, so there is a strong culture of promoting from within. Taking initiative and consistently performing well can open up opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career with Panda Express.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Panda Express Counter Help position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Panda Express Counter Help, you need strong customer service skills, the ability to handle cash transactions, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and basic food safety protocols is often required. Outstanding teamwork, efficiency under pressure, and positive communication skills help you excel in this fast-paced environment. These abilities ensure accurate order processing, enjoyable guest experiences, and smooth restaurant operations.

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$12.50 - $16.25/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Team Member

Department: Operations

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: General Manager

What We Do

Applegreen US operates over 100 travel plazas across the Northeast and Midwest that provide convenience, comfort, retail, and an extensive range of delicious food options from premium brands such as Chick-fil-A, Dunkin’, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more

We’re excited to welcome new Team Members during our busiest and most dynamic times of the year! Those hired during peak business periods (typically between April 1st and September 30th) will join us as Seasonal Associates—a vital part of our team. Seasonal Associates enjoy a variety of valuable benefits, including:

  • Part-time and full-time roles with varied shift options
  • Flex (Sick Time)
  • Meal Discounts
  • Earned Wage Access
  • Employee Referral Bonus

We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding experience for all team members, no matter the season!

Our Core Values
Our Core Values are what we stand for. They guide and motivate our attitudes and behaviors to our customers, our suppliers, our business partners, and each other.

  • Our customers and communities are at the heart of everything we do.
  • We value and develop our people.
  • We are driven by pace, passion and performance.
  • We seek opportunities and embrace change.

What You’ll Do
As a Team Member, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, thoroughly cleaning & stocking, processing accurate payment transactions, preparing & serving quality food, and a variety of other duties to assist in meeting the needs of our customers (Travelers).

  • Consistently provide friendly customer service by engaging in positive, helpful interactions with customers (travelers).
  • Operate point-of-sale (POS) system, accurately process & receive payment from customers, and follow all customer service and cash handling policies and procedures.
  • Ensure proper food handling procedures are followed including wrapping, labelling, dating, stocking, storing, rotating, and checking temperature of products.
  • Complete a variety of kitchen-related tasks including prepping, thawing, cooking, packaging, wrapping, and cleaning.
  • Stock, clean, and sanitize workstation and equipment.
  • Actively cross-sell and up-sell products.
  • Maintain a solid knowledge of products and services available in the plaza.
  • Follow required brand standards, food safety requirements, as well as all company policies and procedures.
  • Execute a variety of other tasks as assigned.

Essential Experience & Skills

  • Demonstrates the ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic, and outgoing manner.
  • Cash handling and customer service experience preferred.

Requirements

  • Able to stand and walk for an extended period of time.
  • Frequently bend, twist, lift and carry at least 40 pounds.
  • Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers.
  • Available to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.

This is not an exhaustive list of all functions that may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally, the job responsibilities may change at any time as necessitated by business demands. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V), and Drug Free Workplace (DFW).