Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a prominent American family-owned restaurant company renowned for its exceptional Asian dining experiences. Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States with nearly 2,800 locations worldwide. The company prides itself on upholding family values while fostering a positive environment for both its employees and guests. Panda Restaurant Group emphasizes a culture where team members are inspired to better their lives and create meaningful impacts within their communities through various initiatives like the Panda Cares program. As a part of this organization, employees benefit from a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth along with hands-on training and career advancement opportunities. As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will be an integral member of a friendly, dedicated team responsible for cooking delicious food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. This entry-level position offers a safe, supportive, and dynamic workplace where team members build friendships and continuously develop new skills. Even those without prior experience are welcome and will receive comprehensive training to succeed in the role. The position may require working in various areas such as the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen, demanding flexibility, efficiency, and collaboration to meet daily operational goals in a fast-paced setting. Your role will directly contribute to delivering an exceptional dining experience by greeting guests, serving food, handling payments, and ensuring the cleanliness and appearance of the store meet established standards. The pay range for this position is $21.5 to $24.5 per hour, determined by factors such as location and experience. Working as a Kitchen Team Associate affords you the chance to gain valuable skills that support career mobility and growth within the Panda Restaurant Group or beyond. With an emphasis on inclusivity and equal opportunity, Panda is committed to non-discriminatory hiring practices and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.