Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a renowned family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. With nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, Panda Restaurant Group has established itself as the largest family-owned concept of its kind in the United States. The company is dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by creating an inspiring workplace where employees can improve their lives while upholding strong family values. The organization places a significant emphasis on community involvement through initiatives such as Panda Cares, which allows employees to make a meaningful impact beyond the workplace.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic Kitchen Team Associates who are friendly, hardworking, and eager to learn. This role is essential to our mission of providing guests with outstanding food and service while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. This position offers a supportive, safe, and dynamic work environment where team members become friends, learn new skills, and advance their careers. Whether you have previous experience or not, Panda provides comprehensive training to help you succeed. Employees in this role enjoy a rewarding career path with continuous opportunities for growth and development, including leadership training and the possibility to advance into management roles.

As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will be an integral part of a fast-paced kitchen environment serving delicious food to our guests. The role requires maintaining the store's cleanliness and appearance while following operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh, high-quality food. You may be called upon to work in various positions such as the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen stations. This flexibility ensures that every associate gains a broad understanding of restaurant operations, supporting a fun and positive work environment where daily goals are met through teamwork and dedication. This role is paid between $23 and $26 per hour, with individual pay determined by factors such as location and experience.