Kitchen Staff

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a leading family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept that has been proudly serving exceptional Asian dining experiences since 1983. Founded in Glendale, California, the company has grown to become the largest of its kind in America with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. Panda Restaurant Group is committed to creating an inspiring workplace where employees are encouraged to better their lives while fostering strong family values both within the company and the communities it serves. Their dedication to quality food, excellent customer service, and community impact through initiatives like Panda Cares illustrates their commitment to not just business success, but also social responsibility and employee growth.

As a Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group, you will be an integral part of the team responsible for preparing delicious food while ensuring that high cleanliness and safety standards are upheld in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role involves interacting warmly with guests by greeting them, serving freshly prepared meals, handling payments, and maintaining the overall appearance and hygiene of the restaurant. Whether working at the front counter, drive-thru, or in the kitchen, you will be expected to perform your duties efficiently and collaboratively with your teammates in a fun and positive atmosphere.

New team members at Panda Restaurant Group do not need prior experience as thorough training is provided to prepare you for success. This opportunity allows you to develop valuable skills, gain hands-on experience in food service, and explore potential career progression paths in restaurant management. The company also offers flexible schedules and great pay to accommodate the diverse needs of employees. Health and wellness benefits, such as medical, vision, and dental insurance, are available for full-time associates, along with voluntary short-term disability and cancer income protection coverage.

In addition to financial benefits like a 401K plan with company match, vacation and sick leave, and associate discounts on many brands, Panda Restaurant Group supports employee development with ongoing leadership training and career growth opportunities. The inclusive work culture emphasizes teamwork, respect, and adaptation to fast-changing situations, requiring team members to demonstrate good communication skills, physical stamina, and the ability to handle challenging customer and team interactions gracefully. The organization is also strongly committed to equal employment opportunity and provides accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure an equitable hiring process.

Joining Panda Restaurant Group as a Kitchen Team Associate means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive team that values your contribution and offers the chance to impact your community positively. Whether you are looking for a first job or a stepping stone into a rewarding hospitality career, this role provides a welcoming environment to grow personally and professionally while delivering memorable dining experiences to guests.