Temporary Design Coordinator

At Panda, we all share a common mission: "Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives." We invest in our people because great people run great operations that will exceed our guests' expectations. Talk to any of our associates and you will experience a culture dedicated to its mission and our five fundamental values- Proactive, Respect/Win-Win, Growth, Great Operations, and Giving.

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese grill concept. The family owned and operated company is still run by founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng.

Panda offers competitive benefits and rewarding opportunities, from entry-level positions to management. We have restaurant positions available nationwide and support center positions in Rosemead, CA. Come join the nation's largest and fastest growing Asian restaurant company.

Job Summary:

The Design Coordinator is responsible for working with and providing support to Design Managers (DM) in creating store designs appropriate to various regional markets.  The Coordinators serve as a liaison between the Design Managers and the design consultants. This position helps to manage the external relationships with consultants and internal relationships with Real Estate and related functions involved in planning store design.  The Coordinator also performs regular follow up on milestones and invoicing related to design projects.

Job Description:

• Works with Design Managers and other members of the Design team to support their efforts in creating store designs appropriate to various regional markets. 
• Helps to manage the external relationships with consultants and internal relationships with Real Estate and related functions involved in planning store design.  Serves as a liaison between the Design Managers and design consultants.
• Performs regular follow up on milestones and invoicing with design consultants to help ensure design projects are on time and within budget.
• Prepares design presentations in conjunction with Design team and coordinates concept task force notes and presentations.
• Works with Design team and leadership in scheduling Design and other department meetings.
• Performs special projects as requested by Design Managers and the VP, Restaurant Development.  Handles all requests completely, accurately, and within agreed upon timelines.