Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.50 - $19.50
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 leave
sick leave
Bereavement and funeral leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
opportunity to give back to community
Hands-on paid training
Ongoing career and leadership development
Opportunities for growth into management positions
Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Job Description
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a prominent American family-owned restaurant company famous for its exceptional Asian dining experiences. Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, it has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States, boasting almost 2,800 locations worldwide. The company is deeply committed to creating an inspiring work environment that nurtures employee growth and supports communities through initiatives like Panda Cares. With a foundation built on family values, Panda Restaurant Group offers a workplace where employees are motivated to improve their lives while delivering quality service to guests.
The role of a Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group is designed for energetic, friendly team players who thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This position involves cooking delicious food while adhering to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Team associates play a vital role in providing guests with exceptional dining experiences, from greeting them and serving food to handling payments. Despite the fast-paced kitchen environment, Panda encourages a fun and supportive workplace where team members work collaboratively to achieve daily goals. Whether you have prior experience or not, Panda provides training to help associates gain valuable skills. This role not only offers hands-on experience but also opportunities for career advancement, leadership development, and even community involvement through company programs. The company provides flexible schedules and competitive pay, as well as numerous employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off, and more. Kitchen Team Associates are expected to be able to stand for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 lbs, work with kitchen equipment safely, and adapt quickly in an often high-heat and noisy environment. Panda Restaurant Group promotes diversity and equal employment opportunities, offering accommodations to applicants with disabilities to ensure an inclusive hiring process.
The role of a Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group is designed for energetic, friendly team players who thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This position involves cooking delicious food while adhering to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Team associates play a vital role in providing guests with exceptional dining experiences, from greeting them and serving food to handling payments. Despite the fast-paced kitchen environment, Panda encourages a fun and supportive workplace where team members work collaboratively to achieve daily goals. Whether you have prior experience or not, Panda provides training to help associates gain valuable skills. This role not only offers hands-on experience but also opportunities for career advancement, leadership development, and even community involvement through company programs. The company provides flexible schedules and competitive pay, as well as numerous employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off, and more. Kitchen Team Associates are expected to be able to stand for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 lbs, work with kitchen equipment safely, and adapt quickly in an often high-heat and noisy environment. Panda Restaurant Group promotes diversity and equal employment opportunities, offering accommodations to applicants with disabilities to ensure an inclusive hiring process.
Job Requirements
- Some high school education
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work in hot and noisy kitchen environment
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and dynamic work environment
- Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations
Job Qualifications
- Friendly and helpful team member
- Some high school education
- Previous operations experience is a plus
- Food handler certification may be required depending on local laws, acquired at the associate's own expense
Job Duties
- Provide exceptional dining experience to guests by greeting guests, serving food and handling payments at cash register
- Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store
- Follow operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh and quality food
- Work efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environment and perform duties at different positions including front counter, drive-through, or kitchen
- Collaborate effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a positive and fun environment
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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