Sushi Chef

Sushi Chef Position At Glendale Panda InnAt 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.Our continued growth in this location has created new career opportunities for Management, Crew Members, and Kitchen Team Members!!! Come join us!Essential Functions:Prepare sushi (fancy rolls, preparing fish, etc.)Create new dishes, rolls, presentations and saucesInteract with, explain to and educate guests on food knowledge at sushi barConfirm that all dishes are as fresh as possible and presentableKeep work area cleanWe Offer All Full-Time Associates:Progressive compensation package and bonus opportunityPaid training to prepare you for successOn-going career & leadership developmentMedical and dental insurance401 K with company matchPaid time off associate discounts and free meals when you workOpportunities for growth into management positionsJob Requirements:2+ years of sushi-making experienceOutgoing personality and be able to upsellNeat, clean and sharp appearanceStrong customer service skillsGreat listening and communication skills - fluent English is a must!Ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment and under pressureAble to lift up to 50lbs to shoulder level on a repetitive basisWork without sitting for up to 5 hoursRemember instructions without visual aidsFollow instructions accurately without close supervisionHow We Reward You:Flexible schedulesGreat payFree meals while working at PandaMedical, vision, dental, voluntary short-term disability, cancer income protection insurance for full-time associatesHealth care and dependent care flexible spending accounts401K with company matchVacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave and leave share program for eligible associatesAssociate discounts for many brandsReferral bonus for eligible associatesOpportunity to give back to your communityHands-on paid training to prepare you for successOn-going career & leadership developmentOpportunities for growth into management positionsPre-tax dependent care flexible spending accountCandidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.ADA Statement: While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io.