
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free meals while working at Panda
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
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/funeral leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Opportunity to give back to your community
Hands-on paid training
Career and leadership development
Opportunities for growth into management positions
Job Description
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a renowned family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept founded in Glendale, California in 1983. Over the years, it has expanded to become the largest of its kind, boasting close to 2,800 locations worldwide. The company is committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for both employees and guests. Emphasizing family values and community impact, Panda Restaurant Group continually works to inspire its team members to grow personally and professionally, creating a workplace where individuals feel valued and empowered to better their lives.
The role of Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group offers an exciting opportunity for friendly and motivated team players to join a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will prepare delicious food while maintaining impeccable cleanliness standards to ensure guests receive the highest quality dining experience. This position includes working in various areas such as the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen, requiring flexibility and teamwork to meet daily operational goals efficiently. The work environment is safe and supportive, where team members become friends and every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities. For candidates without prior experience, Panda provides thorough training to equip them with the necessary skills to thrive and advance within the company.
In addition to cooking and cleaning, associates are responsible for greeting guests, serving food, handling payments at the cash register, and ensuring adherence to operations standards and safety procedures. Panda Restaurant Group is passionate about giving back through its Panda Cares initiative, enabling employees to make a positive impact in their communities. This role is perfect for individuals interested in building a career in the food service industry with chances for growth into leadership or management positions. Competitive pay ranging from $22 to $25 per hour is offered, with exact wages determined by factors such as location and experience, along with a variety of attractive benefits. Panda Restaurant Group also places great emphasis on diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds and accommodating those with disabilities to ensure an inclusive workplace.
The role of Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group offers an exciting opportunity for friendly and motivated team players to join a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will prepare delicious food while maintaining impeccable cleanliness standards to ensure guests receive the highest quality dining experience. This position includes working in various areas such as the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen, requiring flexibility and teamwork to meet daily operational goals efficiently. The work environment is safe and supportive, where team members become friends and every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities. For candidates without prior experience, Panda provides thorough training to equip them with the necessary skills to thrive and advance within the company.
In addition to cooking and cleaning, associates are responsible for greeting guests, serving food, handling payments at the cash register, and ensuring adherence to operations standards and safety procedures. Panda Restaurant Group is passionate about giving back through its Panda Cares initiative, enabling employees to make a positive impact in their communities. This role is perfect for individuals interested in building a career in the food service industry with chances for growth into leadership or management positions. Competitive pay ranging from $22 to $25 per hour is offered, with exact wages determined by factors such as location and experience, along with a variety of attractive benefits. Panda Restaurant Group also places great emphasis on diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds and accommodating those with disabilities to ensure an inclusive workplace.
Job Requirements
- Some high school education
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand for up to four hours
- Ability to work in hot and noisy kitchen environment
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations
Job Qualifications
- Friendly and helpful team member
- Some operations experience is a plus
- Some high school education
- Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense
Job Duties
- Provides exceptional dining experience to guests - greeting guests, serving food and handling payments at cash register
- Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
- Follows operations standards and safety procedure to serve fresh and quality food
- Works efficiently in fast paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions - front counter, drive through or kitchen
- Work effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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