Cook

Overview Join to apply for the Cook role at Panda Restaurant Group . Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook for our Team, you will have the opportunity to embrace a central role in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart and soul of our company, and we believe our people are the recipe for success. Responsibilities Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests. Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards. Guiding Kitchen Team and assisting with their training. Performing all Back of House responsibilities. Qualifications Education and Experience Some high school Prefer some Operations experience Food Safety: Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense 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 Opportunities for growth into management positions Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Please refer to details at Panda careers site for benefits 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 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, adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations. About Panda 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. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Join Us Panda Strong Since 1983: Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America with close to 2,300 locations globally. We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. #J-18808-Ljbffr Panda Restaurant Group