Kitchen Team Associate

Description:

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking Kitchen Team Associates to join their team. The position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while preparing and serving delicious food to guests. No prior experience is required, as training will be provided. The role is ideal for those looking to gain new skills and progress in their careers. As part of the Panda Cares initiative, you will also have the chance to make a positive impact in your community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet guests and serve food while handling payments at the cash register

• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the restaurant

• Follow operational standards and safety procedures to ensure food quality

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, rotating through different positions (front counter, drive-through, kitchen)

• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun and positive work environment

How We Reward You:

• Flexible schedules

• Competitive pay

• Free meals while working

• Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, and cancer income protection insurance for full-time associates

• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) with company match

• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave, and leave share program

• Associate discounts for various brands

• Referral bonuses

• Opportunities to give back to your community

• Paid hands-on training

• Career and leadership development opportunities

• Growth potential into management roles

Qualifications:

• Friendly, helpful, and team-oriented attitude

• Prior experience in operations is a plus

• Some high school education

• Food handler certification (if required locally)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced, noisy kitchen environment

• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities

Physical Demands:

• Counter areas often hot with steam and food vapors

• Restricted workspace and standing for long periods

• Ability to use kitchen equipment, including Chinese cook knives

• Lifting up to 50 lbs and reaching across countertops

• High noise levels and limited storage space

About the Company:
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, is now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the U.S. With over 2,300 locations globally, Panda strives to provide exceptional Asian dining experiences while building an organization that inspires individuals to improve their lives. Panda values diversity and equality, fostering a workplace where creative ideas and diverse perspectives can thrive.