Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a renowned and family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept that originated in Glendale, California in 1983. Over the years, it has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese dining establishment in the United States, boasting close to 2,300 locations globally. The company is committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences that inspire both their team members and the communities they serve. Emphasizing core family values, Panda Restaurant Group fosters a workplace culture where collaboration, respect, and personal growth are key. They also place a strong emphasis on giving back to the community, partnering with the Panda Cares initiative to make a positive impact beyond the restaurant environment. Company policies strongly support diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring an inclusive atmosphere where all employees feel valued regardless of gender, race, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. They also comply fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensuring accommodations during hiring and employment as needed.

This particular role is for a Kitchen Team Associate, a dynamic and vital position within the Panda Restaurant Group. Individuals in this role will join a friendly, supportive team focused on cooking delicious food while maintaining top-notch cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas. The position features a flexible work environment where friendly team players thrive, gaining hands-on training even if they have little or no prior experience. The Kitchen Team Associate contributes directly to providing guests with outstanding service, whether by greeting and serving customers, handling payments, or preparing food efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting. The team member is expected to be adaptable, capable of working at various positions such as the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen. Working effectively with others is essential, as is maintaining a fun, positive workplace. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working around hot kitchen equipment and steam. The work environment is fast-moving and sometimes noisy but thrives on teamwork and shared daily goals.

Panda Restaurant Group offers a competitive hourly wage between $20 and $23, with rates determined by location and experience. In addition to pay, the company provides flexible schedules to help employees balance work and personal life. Full-time associates receive medical, vision, dental, and additional voluntary insurances, alongside Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Employees also benefit from a 401K plan with a company match, paid vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave, and more. The company is committed to ongoing career and leadership development, offering opportunities for advancement into management positions. Panda Restaurant Group encourages a culture of learning and growth, providing hands-on, paid training to prepare associates for success and a clear pathway to career progression. Moreover, employees enjoy free meals during their shifts, associate discounts across various brand partners, and referral bonuses. Overall, working at Panda Restaurant Group means joining a community-oriented, family-driven company dedicated to the health, happiness, and professional success of its workforce.