Panda Express

Human Resources Associate Manager (Support Center) (P1-6228167-1)

Panda Express$90K — $126K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; business and/or HR majors preferred, along with PHR/SPHR or equivalent certification.
  • At least 5 years of HR experience, with a minimum of 3 years in HR Generalist roles.
  • Experience in employee relations, training and development, and recruiting, ideally within retail or hospitality environments.
  • Willingness to complete required ongoing training and certifications.
  • Ability to obtain a valid Food Handler's Card within the first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to Senior Leaders, offering coaching on leadership effectiveness and performance management.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive People Planning strategies in partnership with Senior Leaders and department heads.
  • Provide guidance on associate relations to ensure compliant and fair resolutions to workplace issues.
  • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to guide leaders in hiring high-quality associates that fit the organizational culture.
  • Support organizational initiatives aimed at improving talent management and HR processes.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule for better work-life balance.
  • 401K with company match to aid in retirement savings.
  • Opportunities for yearly bonuses to incentivize performance.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • On-site fitness center and health-related services like biometric screening and flu vaccinations.
  • Discount programs for dining, entertainment, and fitness.
  • Starting paid time off of 15 days and 7 federal holidays.
  • Support for ongoing education and scholarships to promote skill development.
  • Income protection through Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance.
  • Bereavement leave to support employees during difficult times.
Full Job Description
Summary of Job Description:

The Human Resources Associate Manager (Support Center), with guidance from HR Leadership, serves as a strategic partner to Senior Leadership, providing guidance on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and talent strategies that support department goals. This position plays a critical part in developing leadership capabilities, supporting People Planning, managing associate relations matters, and ensuring the alignment of talent decisions with the organization's mission, culture, and long-term growth objectives. The Human Resources Associate Manager (SC) supports department-wide initiatives that drive continuous improvement and organizational performance.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Under the guidance of HR Leadership, serves as a strategic advisor to Senior Leaders by providing coaching on leadership effectiveness, performance management, and talent development; guiding leaders in conducting effective evaluations, and supporting career development to build high-performing teams. Advises on organizational structure, capability building, and long-term talent strategy, facilitating targeted training sessions for client groups on a requested basis to reinforce leadership and organizational capabilities.
  • Partners with Senior Leaders and department heads to develop and execute comprehensive People Planning strategies. Assesses leadership capability, identifying high-potential talent, supporting success on planning efforts, and evaluating internal candidates for key roles and advising on talent placement that aligns with organizational priorities and future capability needs.
  • Provides leaders with guidance on basic associate relations to ensure timely, fair, and compliant resolutions; conducts thorough investigations with clear documentation and appropriate action recommendations to mitigate risk and strengthen workplace culture. Escalates complex or high-risk matters to HR Leadership as needed to maintain transparency and alignment with legal and organizational standards.
  • Partners with Talent Acquisition to coach and advise leaders within assigned corporate departments on hiring high-quality associates who align with PRG's mission and culture. Works with Talent Acquisition team and department heads to ensure staffing needs are met in alignment with company and departmental standards. Develops and executes staffing plan by forecasting workforce needs, supporting internal and external talent pipelines, analyzing labor-market conditions, and collaborating with internal and external recruiters to ensure timely, high-quality staffing that supports organizational growth.
  • Supports department-wide initiatives and special projects that enhance organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, and HR excellence and drive improvements across HR processes, systems, and associate engagement strategies.


How we reward you:
  • Hybrid Work schedule
  • 401K with company match
  • Yearly bonus opportunity*
  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
  • On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
  • Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
  • Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
  • Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
  • Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
  • Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background & experience:
  • Bachelor's degree required; business and/or HR majors and PHR/SPHR or equivalent preferred.
  • Minimum five years of HR experience, with minimum of three years of HR Generalist experience in employee relations, training and development, and recruiting, preferably in a retail/hospitality operations environment.
  • Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
  • Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.


Pay Range: P3: $90,000 - $126,500 / Annual

* Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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About Panda Express

Panda Express is a fast food restaurant chain that specializes in Chinese cuisine. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Rosemead, California. Panda Express operates over 2,000 locations in the United States and has a presence in several other countries. The company's menu includes a variety of dishes, including orange chicken, kung pao chicken, and chow mein. Panda Express is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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