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Panda Restaurant Group

Store Manager

Circleville, OH

$27 - $30/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Store Manager

Springfield, OH

$27 - $30/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Assistant Manager

Marion, OH

$23 - $26/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Store Manager

New Albany, OH

$25.22 - $28.22/hr

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 ...

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What is it like to work at Panda Express?

Panda Express is known for its fast-paced and dynamic work environment, which is deeply rooted in the company's values of teamwork, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As a team member, you would be part of a flat organizational structure, working closely with colleagues to achieve daily goals and contribute to the company's mission of delivering high-quality Chinese-American cuisine. Working at Panda Express may appeal to individuals who value flexibility, opportunities for advancement, and a fun, fast-paced work environment with a focus on customer service and teamwork.

Do workers at Panda Express get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Does Panda Express pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

At Panda Express, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
43% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 91 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and May 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Panda Express?

Only some people who work part-time can get health insurance.
55% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Panda Express?

Only some people who work part-time get paid time off.
38% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 104 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Panda Express affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 164 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Panda Express?

Most people get paid time off work.
80% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 124 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 80% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 12% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Panda Express worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
40% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 90 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Panda Express workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
34% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Panda Express workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
45% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 221 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Panda Express?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
44% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Panda Express managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
71% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Panda Express spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
14% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Panda Express?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
72% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Panda Express job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
86% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 151 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Panda Express good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
76% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Panda Express feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Panda Express get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Panda Express?

Most people feel stressed out here.
75% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Panda Express enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
47% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 104 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Panda Express recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 141 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Panda Express?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Panda Express?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 72% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Panda Express’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
68% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Panda Express is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.
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Store Manager (P1-1363188-6)

Store Manager (P1-1363188-6)

Panda Restaurant Group

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Panda Express rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 719 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 103 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't worry! In order to prepare you for success, we will provide an 8 or more weeks of store leadership training program.
How we reward you:**
  • 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
  • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

**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 2,800 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:
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 accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to TASupport@PandaRG.com .

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About Panda Express

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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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