Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States. With nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, Panda Restaurant Group is committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences while fostering an organizational culture inspired by family values and community engagement. The company prides itself on being an inclusive and equal opportunity employer, ensuring a supportive and respectful workplace for all employees. Through its Panda Cares initiative, the group emphasizes giving back to the communities in which it operates.

The role of Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group offers an exciting opportunity for friendly team players who enjoy preparing delicious food and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. This position provides a safe and supportive environment where team members work together and often form lasting friendships. Whether you have prior experience or not, Panda offers comprehensive training to equip you with the skills necessary to succeed and grow in your role. The position is hourly, with a pay range between $22 and $25 per hour, and features flexible scheduling to accommodate diverse needs.

As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will be responsible for creating an exceptional dining experience for guests by greeting them warmly, serving food, and handling payments at the cash register when needed. Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the store is a critical part of your responsibilities, ensuring that operating standards and safety procedures are strictly followed to guarantee fresh and quality food service. You will work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and may rotate among different positions, including front counter, drive-through, or kitchen areas.

Teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, with associates working together to meet daily goals in a positive and enjoyable setting. This role demands adaptability, quick learning, and effective communication skills to manage a dynamic work environment with changing priorities and occasional challenges. Panda Restaurant Group also supports your career development with hands-on paid training and ongoing leadership development opportunities, offering clear pathways for growth into management roles.

Working at Panda not only means joining a vibrant and fast-growing company but also enjoying competitive benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time associates, 401K plans with company match, vacation and sick leave, associate discounts, referral bonuses, and flexible spending accounts. Additionally, Panda is committed to employee well-being and workplace accommodation, providing support in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The nature of the work involves standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in high-temperature environments with fast-paced requirements, making physical stamina and resilience important for success in this role.

By joining Panda Restaurant Group as a Kitchen Team Associate, you become part of a strong, family-oriented organization dedicated to quality, community impact, and employee growth. This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking a dynamic work environment where every day brings new experiences and opportunities for personal and professional advancement.