Panda Express - Restaurant Operations Internship - Los Angeles, CA

Title: Restaurant Operations Internship

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Duration: 12 weeks, Summer Internship

Job Summary: Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in restaurant operations and learn from industry professionals in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The intern will be responsible for supporting various initiatives within the restaurant operations team and will gain exposure to a variety of functions including but not limited to operations, training, quality assurance, food safety and culinary development.Here at Panda, growth begins on day one. From opportunities that help you live your best life to growth opportunities that propel you forward, we’re all about inspiring better lives. A happy team is a high-performing team. Panda is honored to be the only fast casual restaurant brand awarded as one of the best places to work. Alongside the stellar total rewards package and unparalleled earning and growth potential, our workplace offers a greater sense of belonging, rooted in a people-first and purpose-driven culture.

Responsibilities

Support store operations during the shift, ensuring food is prepared with passion, service is provided with heart, and the ambiance is maintained with pride.Manage and lead a team of associates during the shift, delegating tasks and providing coaching and feedback to support their growth and development.Assist with inventory management, ordering supplies, and ensuring proper food safety and sanitation practices are followed.Shadow restaurant managers and team members to gain a deeper understanding of day-to-day operations and provide recommendations for process improvements.Successfully complete the assigned modules.Other duties as assigned to support the restaurant operations team.

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Qualifications

Currently pursuing a bachelor's, preferrable in hospitality, business administration, or a related field; sophomore and junior preferred.GPA 3.0 and aboveMust be available to work duration of internship (June-August 2024)Must be available to work 30-40 hours/week, for internship duration (June-August 2024)Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication skills and ability to provide clear direction and feedback to team members.Proactive and self-starter with ability to work in a team environment.Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentPrior restaurant working hoursFood Safety cardWillingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in the hospitality industry is a plus.Student Org Leadership experience is a plus.

Benefits

Paid internship at a competitive rate at $22.50-$25.50/hr.Hands-on experience in restaurant operations and exposure to various functions within Panda Restaurant GroupMentorship and guidance from industry professionalsNetworking opportunities with other interns and industry leadersPotential return offerThe hours will count towards Industry Working Hours (800 U.S. domestic) that’s required for graduation*Restaurant Operations Internship should review the requirement criteria for their specific school/program to confirm eligibility of hours for graduation. Panda Restaurant Group makes no guarantees that the hours worked under the Restaurant Operations Internship qualify under the Industry Working Hours.

To apply, please submit a resume, to the career center or job posting website. Only applicants who are authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Panda Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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. 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.

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, the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.

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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 accommodation. If there is a reason you believe you require accommodation, please reach out to Human Resources.