Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a leading family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. Since its inception, the company has grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese dining brand with nearly 2,800 locations globally. Panda Restaurant Group is dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences to its guests, guided by deep-rooted family values and a commitment to inspiring and improving the lives of its team members. The company prides itself on fostering a welcoming and dynamic work environment where employees are treated like family, which contributes to its long-standing success and growth.

The Kitchen Team Associate role at Panda Restaurant Group offers an exciting opportunity for friendly and motivated individuals to join a vibrant team focused on creating delicious food while maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards. This position is ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced, supportive setting and enjoy working with a team that feels like a close-knit community. Whether you have prior experience or are new to the food service industry, Panda Restaurant Group provides comprehensive training to prepare you for success and support your professional growth.

As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional dining experience for guests by preparing and serving food, greeting customers warmly, handling payments efficiently, and maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the store. You'll have the chance to work in multiple areas including the front counter, drive-through, and kitchen, allowing for diverse experiences and skill development. The role embraces teamwork and collaboration, encouraging staff to work together to meet daily goals in a positive and fun environment.

Panda Restaurant Group also emphasizes community engagement through initiatives like Panda Cares, offering employees the rewarding opportunity to give back to their communities. With flexible schedules, competitive pay ranging between $19 to $22 per hour depending on location and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, this role supports both your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time associates, 401K with company match, paid training, associate discounts, referral bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement into management positions.

The company is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and providing reasonable accommodations as per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Working conditions require standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing tasks in a fast-paced environment with high noise levels and limited workspace. Verbal communication skills and adaptability to shifting priorities are essential qualities for success in this role.

Joining Panda Restaurant Group as a Kitchen Team Associate means becoming part of an organization that values its employees, offers a supportive and enriching work culture, and provides numerous pathways for development and community impact. Whether you are beginning your career or seeking to advance within the food service industry, Panda Restaurant Group is a place where you can grow, learn, and thrive while delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests.