Cook

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States. With nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, Panda Restaurant Group is dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences rooted in family values and community engagement. The company prides itself on cultivating a work environment that inspires employees to better their lives and thrive professionally. As a prominent and growing enterprise, Panda Restaurant Group emphasizes equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming workplace for all individuals regardless of their background or identity.

The role of Cook at Panda Restaurant Group is a central position within the kitchen, vital to the restaurant's success in providing high-quality food and excellent service. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes that meet company recipes and standards, ensuring both consistency and quality in every plate served. Beyond food preparation, this role includes supporting a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to the overall dining experience that defines the Panda brand. The Cook also plays a leadership role by guiding kitchen team members and assisting with their training, fostering teamwork and skill development. Performances include all back-of-house responsibilities, requiring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, timely preparation, and maintaining an organized kitchen.

Working as a Cook at Panda offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment encouraging growth and career advancement. The company provides hands-on paid training to ensure your success and offers ongoing career and leadership development opportunities. The environment is often hot and busy, with high noise levels and restricted space, which challenges employees to work efficiently and effectively without compromising on quality. Physical requirements include the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and handle kitchen equipment safely.

Panda Restaurant Group supports its employees with flexible schedules and competitive pay, along with comprehensive benefits for full-time associates, including medical, vision, dental insurance, and various income protection options. Additional perks include free meals during shifts, 401K plans with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave, associate discounts, referral bonuses, and opportunities to contribute to community initiatives. These benefits reflect the company’s commitment to supporting its team members both professionally and personally.

Panda Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer, emphasizing an inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination based on sex, gender, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, and other protected characteristics. The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees to ensure equal participation in the hiring process and employment. This commitment affirms Panda's dedication to fostering a diverse and respectful workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered.