Diversity at Panda Express

Diverse employees at Panda Express score the company 61/100 across various culture categories, placing Panda Express in the bottom 35% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Panda Express across various culture dimensions.

Diversity and Inclusion at Panda Express

For over 50 years, Panda Express has been sharing lovingly-crafted American Chinese cuisine with guests across the globe. But our story began with one immigrant family and a dream for a better life on the golden coast.

Panda’s cross-cultural identity extends beyond the culinary world, as we take root in our wonderfully diverse communities and invite people of all backgrounds to join us at our table for a celebration—not just of Chinese culture, but of all cultures and identities —rooted in tolerance, mutual respect, and love.

OUR VISION

Ushering a New Era of Belonging

We embrace the opportunity to unite communities through uplifting voices that challenge perceptions of a monolithic America and collectively celebrating the diverse identities and heritages of the American people.

OUR ACTIONS

Panda CommUnity Fund

A $10M pledge to foster unity and understanding in our communities

To honor our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, we have created the Panda CommUnity Fund. Through this initiative, we support DE&I initiatives, such as advocacy, direct services, and education, while empowering representation and storytelling across BIPOC, women, LGBTQ communities and other marginalized groups.

$10M PLEDGED OVER 5 YEARS

$5M COMMITTED YEAR-TO-DATE

50 ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED & UPLIFTED 

https://www.pandaexpress.com/unity

Belonging & Growth Council

In 2013, we established what is now known as our Belonging & Growth (B&G) Council. The B&G Council is comprised of associates from all backgrounds and departments and works collaboratively to foster a culture of respect and community. In 2023, we expanded the B&G Council to include 16 members, representing both our Operations and Support Center functions. This broader representation strengthens our ability to develop and implement meaningful initiatives that support all associates across the organization.

Recent accomplishments include training for all Panda leaders on inclusive decision-making and collaborative leadership, refreshing our policies to support authentic self-expression, and improving how we welcome new associates through updated recruiting and onboarding materials aligned with our Values. By listening to associate feedback and fostering open dialogue, we’re building a workplace where every person feels respected, supported, and empowered to grow.