Restaurant Apportioner (P1-1457105-0)

Restaurant Apportioner

Ensure ingredients for each dish order are assembled & presented to cooks for preparation; that work is evenly distributed among cooks and that the cold table is kept stocked.

Essential functions:

• Read the POS printout of each guest order and assemble all ingredients from the cold table
• Work with server to accommodate special guest requests
• Assign each dish to be cooked so that an order is completed in the correct sequence and in a timely manner
• Check dishes as completed for correct plating, garnish, color, aroma and sauce consistency; work with Cooks and Fry Cooks to make correction as needed
• Execute Company recipes and procedures for all dishes
• Ensure cold table is always stocked with adequate supply of ingredients; assist in preparation; ensure supply is kept fresh and in good condition
• Ensure supplies in walk-in and freezer are rotated according to First In, First Out principles and kept fresh & in good condition
• Perform opening and/or closing routines for kitchen as scheduled
• Operate all kitchen equipment (knives, slicer, processor) in a safe manner.
• Assist in mixing sauces and marinates according to Company recipes and procedures; ensure an adequate supply of these at all times
• Assists in receiving all delivered goods, check samples for freshness/quality, check delivery against order, lift containers into storage

We offer all full time associates:

• Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity
• 9 or more Weeks of Comprehensive Training to prepare you for success
• On-Going Career & Leadership Development
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401 K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Associate Discounts (Panda Express, Hibachi San, Panda Inn plus Theme Parks) and free meals when you work
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Job Requirements:

• Lift 20 lbs with one hand, stand without sitting for up to 5 hours, reach at least 36" horizontally or vertically
• Perform repetitive cutting/slicing motions at high speed and in a safe manner using a Chinese cook's knife
• Practice good personal hygiene at all times
• Follow instructions and procedures without deviation through many repetitions and without constant supervision
• Work under pressure at peak periods

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Great pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401K with company match
• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonus for eligible associates
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• On-Going Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Please refer to for details.

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.

Panda Strong since 1983:

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.

You're wanted here:

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.

Pay Range: $20 per hour - $23 per hour

*Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.