Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a renowned family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. Today, it stands as the largest of its kind in America, boasting nearly 2,800 locations worldwide. The company is dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by fostering an environment where team members are inspired to improve their lives and contribute positively to their communities. Panda Restaurant Group operates with a strong commitment to family values and community engagement, highlighted through initiatives like Panda Cares, which empowers employees to give back to the community. The organization is recognized for its inclusive culture, valuing diversity, equity, and equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of background or protected characteristics. The company ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to workplace accommodations inclusive of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employees are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process to ensure a fair and supportive working environment.

We are currently seeking passionate and friendly individuals to join our vibrant team as Kitchen Team Associates. This role is ideal for team players eager to develop culinary skills while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. At Panda, we foster a safe, supportive, and fun workplace where colleagues quickly become friends. Whether you have prior experience or are new to the industry, we provide hands-on training to prepare you for success and offer ample opportunities for career development, including growth into management positions. The Kitchen Team Associate position involves a variety of tasks across front counter service, drive-through operations, and kitchen duties, all performed in a fast-paced environment that encourages teamwork and a positive attitude. Our Kitchen Team Associates help create exceptional dining experiences by greeting guests, serving freshly prepared food, handling transactions efficiently, and adhering to strict operational and safety standards to ensure quality and customer satisfaction. This role also requires the physical capability to work in a demanding kitchen environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in areas with high heat and noise.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $22 to $25 per hour, depending on factors such as location and experience. We provide flexible scheduling options to accommodate various lifestyles, and full-time associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, cancer income protection insurance, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, 401K with company match, paid vacation and sick leave, associate discounts, referral bonuses, and ongoing career and leadership development programs. Our reward system reflects our commitment to supporting and valuing our team members, enabling them to thrive within the company and contribute meaningfully to their communities.