Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a leading family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. With nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, Panda Restaurant Group has grown to become the largest American Chinese dining company, offering exceptional Asian dining experiences to millions of guests. The company embraces family values and is committed to creating a supportive and inspiring work environment for its team members. Panda aims not only to provide delicious food but also to impact the communities where they operate positively. This is achieved through initiatives such as Panda Cares, which allows employees to contribute to charitable efforts and give back to their communities.

The company prides itself on fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and growth. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and pursue career advancement opportunities within the organization or in their broader career paths. Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to inclusive hiring and providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process. They focus on maintaining an equitable workplace free from discrimination based on any protected characteristic and provide a safe, fast-paced work environment that supports diversity and respects individuality.

As a Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group, you will play an essential role in delivering outstanding dining experiences to guests. This position involves preparing fresh, high-quality food while maintaining strict standards of cleanliness and safety according to the company’s operational guidelines. Working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, you will be expected to rotate through different stations including the front counter, drive-through, and kitchen areas. Your work will directly contribute to the team’s ability to meet daily goals and ensure customer satisfaction.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with others in a fun and positive atmosphere. Whether you have prior restaurant experience or are new to the field, Panda provides hands-on paid training to prepare you for success. The job offers flexible schedules and opportunities to enhance your culinary and customer service skills. Associates will learn to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, adapt to dynamic work conditions, and communicate effectively with team members and guests.

Further rewarding this position, full-time Kitchen Team Associates gain access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and voluntary disability insurance, as well as retirement plans like 401(k) with company match. Benefits also include paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave, and referral bonuses. Employees also receive free meals during their shifts and associate discounts on a variety of brands. Career development is supported through ongoing leadership training and advancement opportunities into management roles. This position requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a sometimes hot and noisy environment while providing exceptional service to guests. The Kitchen Team Associate role at Panda Restaurant Group is more than just a job; it is a chance to grow personally and professionally in a thriving, people-centered company that values community and excellence.