Kitchen Team

Overview Join Panda Restaurant Group as a Kitchen Team Associate. We’re looking for friendly team players to cook delicious food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness for our guests. Thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. If you don’t have experience, we’ll train you. You’ll have opportunities to gain skills to rise in your career, and you can impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative. Let’s work together. Responsibilities Provides exceptional dining experience to guests — greeting guests, serving food, and handling payments at the cash register Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store Follows operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh and quality food Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and may work at different positions — front counter, drive-through, or kitchen Works effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment Essential Functions Provides exceptional dining experience to guests — greeting guests, serving food and handling payments at cash register Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store Follows operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh and quality food Works efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions – Front counter, Drive Through or Kitchen Work effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment Qualifications Friendly and helpful team members Operations experience is a plus Some high school Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense Benefits 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 PandaCareers benefits document 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 kitchen knives and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops 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 environment, have effective verbal communication skills, and be able to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities and conflicts/difficult situations. Panda Strong Since 1983 Founded in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, with close to 2,300 locations globally. We are focused on delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences while empowering our team and communities. We value family and give back through our Panda Cares initiative. You’re Wanted Here We value diversity in all forms and believe workplace equality fosters creative ideas, diverse perspectives, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our accommodation team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Restaurants Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Panda Restaurant Group by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr