Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States. With nearly 2,800 locations worldwide, Panda is renowned for delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and fostering a positive community impact. The company is deeply rooted in family values and committed to creating an inclusive workplace where team members feel inspired to improve their lives and grow professionally. Panda's mission goes beyond serving delicious food — it emphasizes teamwork, community involvement, and opportunities for career advancement. The Panda Cares initiative reflects the company's dedication to giving back, enabling employees to make meaningful contributions to their local communities.

This job opportunity is for the role of Kitchen Team Associate, a vital position within Panda's vibrant restaurant environment. The role offers a safe and supportive workplace where employees become friends and continually learn new skills. As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will be responsible for cooking delicious food, maintaining exceptional cleanliness standards, and providing outstanding customer service. This entry-level position welcomes those without prior experience and provides comprehensive hands-on training to ensure success. The dynamic job scope includes working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with tasks that may vary across the front counter, drive-through service, and kitchen stations. The position requires teamwork, positive communication, and a customer-first mindset. It is designed to develop skills that are transferable across the hospitality industry and to prepare associates for potential advancement into leadership or management roles.

Panda values flexibility and offers competitive pay alongside numerous benefits to support employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include flexible schedules, free meals during shifts, various insurance options for full-time employees, 401(k) plans with a company match, paid time off, and opportunities for continued career and leadership development. The company also prioritizes compliance with workplace safety and accessibility standards, making reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Overall, this role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking a supportive work environment with growth opportunities in the hospitality sector while contributing to a company with strong community values and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.