Kitchen Team (P1-1351759-9)

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a renowned American Chinese restaurant concept that has been serving exceptional Asian dining experiences since its founding in 1983 in Glendale, California. As the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant group in the United States, Panda Restaurant Group operates nearly 2,800 locations worldwide. The company is deeply committed to its core values of family, community, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where team members are inspired to better their lives and contribute positively to the communities they serve. Panda offers an inviting atmosphere where employees thrive in a safe, supportive workplace alongside friendly colleagues who grow into lifelong friends. The organization prioritizes giving back, as evidenced by its Panda Cares initiative, which engages team members in meaningful community impact activities.

The Kitchen Team Associate role at Panda is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food service and hospitality. This position primarily involves preparing delicious food and maintaining the highest cleanliness standards in a dynamic, fast-paced kitchen environment. Whether you are seasoned in food service or starting fresh, Panda provides comprehensive hands-on training to support your success and career growth. Associates work at various stations, including the front counter, drive-through, or kitchen, adapting to different roles as needed to meet daily operational goals.

Team members in this role help create an exceptional dining experience by greeting guests, serving food, and handling payments efficiently and with a friendly demeanor. Maintaining store cleanliness and adhering to operational and safety standards are critical components of the job to ensure food quality and guest satisfaction. The environment demands physical stamina, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in high-temperature conditions with steam and food vapors. Effective communication, conflict management, and adaptability to shifting priorities are essential skills for success.

Panda Restaurant Group values diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. The company complies fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by offering reasonable workplace accommodations for qualified applicants and employees. Working here means joining a family of professionals dedicated to excellence, teamwork, and community engagement.

As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will benefit from flexible schedules and competitive pay, making it easier to balance work with your personal life. Full-time associates enjoy a robust benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, voluntary disability and cancer protection plans, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a 401K retirement plan with company matching. Additionally, you will receive free meals during shifts, vacation and sick leave, associate discounts, and referral bonuses. The role also offers ongoing career and leadership development opportunities with clear paths to management positions.

For anyone motivated to start or advance a career in the restaurant industry with a company that values its people and community, the Kitchen Team Associate position at Panda Restaurant Group offers a fulfilling and rewarding experience. Join us and become part of a legacy of quality, culture, and care that has thrived for over four decades.