Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $26.00 - $29.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedules
Great pay
Free Meals
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
Vacation leave
sick leave
Bereavement leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Paid training
Career and leadership development
opportunities for growth

Job Description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. With close to 2,300 locations globally, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences. Panda prides itself on embracing family values to create an inspiring work environment where people are encouraged to better their lives. Panda restaurants serve as the heart and soul of the company, with a focus on excellent food, great service, and a welcoming ambiance for guests. Panda's commitment to its team members is evident through its promising career and leadership development opportunities, employee benefits, and inclusive culture.

Joining Panda as a Cook means becoming an essential leader of the kitchen team. The role is central to the fast-paced and growth-oriented environment of the restaurants. The Cook associates are passionate about food preparation, take pride in service, and strive to create vibrant, welcoming environments for guests. This role involves preparing dishes to meet company recipes and standards, guiding and assisting kitchen team members including their training, and managing all Back of House responsibilities. Working as a Cook at Panda offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay ranging from $26 to $29 per hour depending on location and experience, and the chance to develop skills through hands-on training as well as career advancement pathways into management positions. The position demands physical capabilities, such as standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working efficiently in a hot, noisy kitchen environment. Panda values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, providing reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process. Joining Panda is not just about a job; it's about becoming part of a family-oriented organization that gives back to communities and supports employee growth and well-being.

Job Requirements

  • Some high school education
  • Food handler certification as per local/municipal requirements at applicant’s own expense
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in hot and noisy kitchen environment
  • Effective verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations
  • Availability for flexible schedules

Job Qualifications

  • Some high school education
  • Prefer some operations experience
  • Knowledge of local food safety requirements
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Basic leadership skills

Job Duties

  • Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests
  • Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards
  • Guiding kitchen team and assisting with their training
  • Performing all Back of House responsibilities
  • Ensuring food safety and cleanliness standards
  • Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
  • Maintaining inventory and stock levels

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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