Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a renowned American family-owned restaurant concept specializing in Asian cuisine, founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. As the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in America, Panda boasts close to 2,800 locations globally. The company is committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by fostering an environment where people are inspired to improve their lives. Panda Restaurant Group is a company deeply rooted in family values and community engagement, regularly giving back through initiatives like Panda Cares. The organization emphasizes a safe and supportive work environment where team members thrive and transform into lifelong friends. Employees benefit from ongoing opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement within an energetic and dynamic workplace.

The company is currently hiring for the position of Kitchen Team Associate. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in fast-paced environments and have a passion for cooking delicious food while maintaining high cleanliness standards. Entry-level candidates or those without prior experience are encouraged to apply as comprehensive paid training is provided to prepare new associates for success in their roles. The position offers flexible scheduling and competitive pay, ranging from $23 to $26 per hour, with pay determined by location and experience. The Kitchen Team Associate is responsible for delivering exceptional dining experiences by greeting guests, serving food, handling payments, and ensuring that operational standards and safety procedures are meticulously followed to serve fresh and high-quality food. Teamwork is highly valued in this role, with associates expected to collaborate effectively with their colleagues to meet daily goals in a positive work environment. Associates may be required to work at various positions including the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen, adapting quickly to the shifting demands of the workplace. To ensure compliance with local regulations, depending on location, Food Handler certification may be required, and this certification is to be acquired at the associate’s own expense.

Panda Restaurant Group also prioritizes employee well-being by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, voluntary short-term disability, and cancer income protection insurance for full-time associates. Additional benefits include health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and sick leave, bereavement and funeral leave, an associate discount program, referral bonuses, and opportunities for community involvement. Through ongoing career and leadership development, the company supports motivated individuals seeking to advance into management positions. Panda actively promotes equal opportunity employment, ensuring a non-discriminatory and inclusive workplace for all applicants and employees, accommodating persons with disabilities according to ADA guidelines. This inclusive culture and commitment to employee growth make the Kitchen Team Associate role at Panda Restaurant Group a rewarding career opportunity within a globally recognized and respected restaurant brand.