Time with our teams on the road is grounding. In the San Fernando Valley, I listened to associates share their experiences, challenges, and aspirations. These conversations reaffirmed a simple belief I’ve held since the beginning: When we support one another and commit to getting a little better each day, we strengthen our teams and earn the trust of every guest we serve. -Andrew Cherng, Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Panda Restaurant Group
Behind every number is a story of hope. 🌟 We are proud to share the 2025 Panda Cares Annual Report. Because of our associates, guests, and business partners, 5.4M youth were supported in 2025 through our Panda Cares health and education programs. In this report you’ll meet Luna and Lorenzo, exceptional kids whose lives have been impacted by the Panda Cares Center of Hope. Their stories remind us that every act of giving creates real impact.
In this episode of On the Road with Panda, we take you to Panda Express Store 194 in South Pasadena, the place where Jeff Wang began his Panda journey as a teenager. Through stories of mentorship and Jeff’s intuitive eye for developing people, this episode highlights how Panda’s culture of growth and its “School of Life” philosophy shaped his rise to Chief Operating Officer. Watch the video and read the full article: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7465084392512753666
I’m Qingping. I was born in China and moved to Belize when I was just 9 years old. Watching my parents go from hourly workers to business owners taught me resilience, sacrifice, and the power of determination. Inspired by my parents’ courage to build a better life, I moved to Canada to pursue higher education and discovered an incredible opportunity with Panda Express. Here are the milestones I’ve achieved in just two years: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7462544374669750272
Don’t miss your chance to connect with Panda this spring! Whether you’re starting your career or looking to grow into leadership, we’d love to meet you. Also learn about all the rewarding benefits you can EARN. 📍Sign up today to attend a Spring Open House event near you: https://bit.ly/49dg22W
“Hi! I’m Rubie. Panda has been more than just a workplace; it has been a foundation for my growth and the catalyst for dreams I never thought possible. 🐼Sense of Belonging: Joining Panda gave me the sense of community I was looking for. I had just moved, and my team made the transition easier. I feel like I really belong. 📈Continuous Growth: I was eager to learn and grow, and I was quickly promoted to Shift Leader. 🏠Giving Back: Because of my work, I was able to save and build a home for my mother. We lovingly named it ‘The House of Panda.’ 🎓Personal Development: Panda has inspired my family to dream beyond what we thought was possible. We are now able to send our daughter to college to pursue her dream of being a nurse. ❤️Team Support: Life hasn’t always been easy, but through every challenge, I’ve had a team that has stood by me, believed in me, and helped me rise." 👉 Click here to apply or refer to Panda: https://lnkd.in/dWmRGEh *The above Story is from a real associate and shares their personal experience. Individual experience and career path may vary. The Story is not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results.
Sometimes hope looks like a place where kids can just be kids. In this episode of On the Road with Panda, we take you inside the grand opening of a Panda Cares Center of Hope at Saint Rose Siena Hospital in Henderson, Nevada. Panda Cares is the philanthropic arm of Panda Restaurant Group, dedicated to serving and strengthening our communities. Through the generosity of Panda Express associates and guests, Centers of Hope within Children's Miracle Network Hospitals create safe, welcoming spaces that bring comfort and support to pediatric patients and their families during hospital visits. Watch for a behind‑the‑scenes look at how this Center of Hope started making an impact on day one.
"I’m Caesar. I graduated from San José State University with a degree in Business Administration, and I joined Panda Express because I was looking for a team driven environment where people genuinely support one another. Starting as an Assistant Manager in Training, I was encouraged to take ownership, implement new ideas, and grow quickly. With the support of my leadership team, I progressed to Store Manager and then General Manager in under a year. Today, I’m a Training Leader, but I realize what I value more than a title is the strong team around me. My goal is to continue developing others into leaders and work toward becoming an Area Coach of Operations.” Looking for a place where strong teams and real growth go hand in hand? 👉 Click here to apply or refer to Panda: https://lnkd.in/dWmRGEh *The above Story is from a real associate and shares their personal experience. Individual experience and career path may vary. The Story is not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results.
We're honored to share that Panda has been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For® by Great Place To Work US and Fortune for the fifth year in a row! This recognition is a testament to our amazing associates, whose care and commitment bring our culture to life every day. Thank you, #OneTeamPanda! Curious why we’re a #GreatPlaceToWork? Take a peek into our culture: https://lnkd.in/eYSQ_pXH Interested in joining us? Explore opportunities at www.PandaCareers.com!
Recently at the Hybrid Panda Leadership Conference, our leaders reflected on the lessons that resonated most. From leading with clarity and intention to turning care into action, these insights continue to shape how we serve our guests and how we show up for one another. Click through to hear directly from the leaders who are putting these moments into practice.
