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Panda Express reviews

3.6

60% would recommend to a friend

(5,255 total reviews)
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Andrew and Peggy Cherng

81% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

Panda Express has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 5,255 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Panda Express employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restauration industry (3.7 stars).

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5K reviews
2.0
May 10, 2011

Unfair!

Recommend
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Pros

This company is a great place for fresh graduates. Learned a lot from the management with the company high standard.

Cons

Unwritten requirements to get promotion: You are related, Asian be able to speak the languages. Know 7 habits, preaching about it but not necessarily apply to your daily life Attend all self motivation classes, pay fee from your own pocket and not consider working hours, starting $1400 and up Be your boss BFF. Training can be exhausted, 5 days from morning to night, physically and mentally.

1.0
Jun 16, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Fast growing Largest Asian fast food chain Challenged to learn about yourself and leadership

Cons

- Authoritative leadership practiced by tenured leaders (similar to founder) - Difference in opinions, cultures and experiences not valued - "My way or the highway" is seen alot in day to day interactions - If you disagree you are labeled as having bad mindset - Company has a great set of values - but unfortunately not many practice them - You are pressured to pay for leadership training that if not taken you are publicly criticized - If you do not follow your leader blindly you are seen as not being a team player - Many associates work out of fear (especially now with recession) of losing their jobs and lack of opportunities

1.0
Feb 8, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Sounds decent job and pay wise

Cons

Work life balance, difficult to have a good one when you’re working too many hours. Poor interview process for those applying for management spots.

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