Cook

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States, founded in Glendale, California in 1983. With close to 2,800 locations globally, Panda Restaurant Group is renowned for delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and maintaining a strong commitment to family values and community engagement. The company prides itself on an inclusive and supportive work environment, where employees are inspired to better their lives and contribute meaningfully to the communities they serve. Panda Restaurant Group places a high value on diversity, equal opportunity, and workplace accommodation, ensuring that all associates are treated with respect and dignity regardless of their background. The company offers robust benefits, opportunities for career growth, hands-on training, and a culture that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and excellence in service.

The Panda Cook position is a vital leadership role within the team and represents the heart of the kitchen. This position offers candidates the opportunity to engage in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that values passion, service, and pride in creating a positive ambiance for guests. As a Panda Cook, you will be responsible for preparing all dishes according to company recipes and standards, ensuring quality and consistency with every meal served. You will also play a key role in supporting a welcoming environment, guiding and assisting the kitchen team in their development and training. This position requires multitasking in back-of-house responsibilities while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and efficiency. The role demands physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Employees must be able to stand for extended periods, handle kitchen equipment safely, lift up to 50 pounds, and adapt quickly to changing priorities. Panda Restaurant Group prioritizes employee safety and well-being by providing necessary training and resources to equip cooks for success. The role also embraces growth potential, offering opportunities to advance into management positions through ongoing leadership development programs. Panda Cook associates benefit from flexible schedules, competitive compensation, free meals during shifts, and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees. Additionally, associates can participate in 401K plans with company match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, referral bonuses, and various associate discounts. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and customer service to join a supportive and thriving company that values hard work, family values, and community involvement.