
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $35,700.00 - $57,300.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free meals while working at Panda
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
vacation
sick leave
Bereavement leave
funeral leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
opportunity to give back to community
Hands-on paid training
Career Development
Leadership development
Opportunities for growth into management positions
Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Job Description
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept founded in 1983 in Glendale, California. Over the years, Panda has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant brand in the United States, with close to 2,800 locations globally. The company is renowned for delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences, grounded in strong family values and a commitment to bettering the lives of its employees and the communities it serves. Emphasizing a supportive and inclusive work culture, Panda Restaurant Group fosters a workplace atmosphere where team members become friends and partners in delivering excellent guest experiences. The company is also deeply involved in community outreach through its Panda Cares initiative, giving employees the chance to impact their local communities positively. Panda is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to providing a workplace free from discrimination and accommodating applicants and employees with disabilities. Their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends across all levels of the organization, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to contribute and grow.
The Kitchen Team Associate role at Panda Restaurant Group is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while learning and developing valuable skills. This role involves preparing delicious food with a keen focus on quality and safety standards while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the restaurant. Associates work collaboratively with their team to meet daily goals in a positive, fun environment, engaging with guests by greeting them, serving food, and handling payments responsibly. Whether you are an experienced worker or new to the food service industry, Panda offers paid hands-on training to prepare you for success and opportunities for ongoing career and leadership development. This position also provides a pathway for growth into management positions, making it ideal for those who are eager to advance their careers. The employment type for this role may include flexible schedules, enabling associates to balance work with personal commitments. Working at Panda means being part of a strong, community-focused team, where every day brings something new to learn, do, and achieve.
The Kitchen Team Associate role at Panda Restaurant Group is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while learning and developing valuable skills. This role involves preparing delicious food with a keen focus on quality and safety standards while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the restaurant. Associates work collaboratively with their team to meet daily goals in a positive, fun environment, engaging with guests by greeting them, serving food, and handling payments responsibly. Whether you are an experienced worker or new to the food service industry, Panda offers paid hands-on training to prepare you for success and opportunities for ongoing career and leadership development. This position also provides a pathway for growth into management positions, making it ideal for those who are eager to advance their careers. The employment type for this role may include flexible schedules, enabling associates to balance work with personal commitments. Working at Panda means being part of a strong, community-focused team, where every day brings something new to learn, do, and achieve.
Job Requirements
- Some high school education
- Friendly and helpful attitude
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Adaptability to a dynamic environment with changing priorities
- Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations
- Food handler certification if required by local regulations
Job Qualifications
- Friendly and helpful team members
- Operations experience is a plus
- Some high school education
- Food handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, to be acquired at your expense
Job Duties
- Provides exceptional dining experience to guests by greeting them, serving food, and handling payments at the cash register
- Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
- Follows operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh and quality food
- Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions including front counter, drive-through, or kitchen
- Works effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun and positive environment
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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