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Panda Inn

Full Service Restaurant Bartender

Glendale, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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How much do panda restaurant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for panda restaurant in the United States is $54,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Panda Restaurant vs Panda Restaurant?

AspectPanda RestaurantPanda Restaurant
RoleRestaurant Crew MemberKitchen Staff
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentFast-paced restaurant settingKitchen and food prep area
Industry UsageCustomer service, food serviceFood preparation, kitchen operations

Both roles are essential in a restaurant setting, with the Restaurant Crew Member focusing on customer service and front-of-house duties, while Kitchen Staff handle food prep and kitchen operations. The main difference lies in their responsibilities within the restaurant environment, but both typically require similar credentials and work in the same industry.

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Infographic showing various Panda Restaurant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $54,962 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Panda Express Manager

Panda Restaurant Group

Columbia, SC • On-site

$72K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Panda Express rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 731 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 106 rated fast food restaurants

Job description

Are You Craving A Career With An Industry Leader? 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. That’s why we offer paid Store Management Leadership Training, mentorship, and support from our Panda community that cares about your success.
What You'll Do As A Store Manager: You are in charge of 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.Don’tworry! In order to prepare you for success, we will provide an 8 or more weeks of store leadership training program.
What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: 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. Don’t worry! In order to prepare you for success, we will provide a 3 or more weeks of store leadership training program.
How we reward you:
  • Free meals at work while working at Panda.
  • Generous compensation package with bonus opportunities.
  • Discounts at theme parks, gym memberships, and much more.
  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.**
  • 401K with company match.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.**
  • 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.**
  • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.**

 **Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Desired Skills & Experience:
  • 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.

ADA Statement:
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 Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able 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. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to 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 continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.
You're wanted here:
We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.
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 (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to Human Resources.
©2023 Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Empl

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Panda Express is a leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, specializing in American Chinese cuisine. It was established in 1983 in Glendale, California by Andrew and Peggy Cherng and has grown to become the largest Asian segment restaurant chain in the United States, with in excess of 2,200 locations. Its headquarters are located in Rosemead, California. The eatery offers a variety of menu items, including their signature dish, Orange Chicken, along with other favorites like Kung Pao Chicken and Beef and Broccoli. Guided by their mission to "deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences," Panda Express is beloved by many for its convenience, consistently high quality, and innovative twists on traditional Chinese dishes.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Rosemead, CA, US

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