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Kitchen Team (P1-1377545-1)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedules
Great pay
Free Meals
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary 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 leave
funeral leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Community giving opportunities
Hands-on paid training
Career and leadership development
Opportunities for growth into management positions

Job Description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is a pioneering force in the family-owned American Chinese restaurant industry, founded in Glendale, California, in 1983. Today, it boasts nearly 2,800 locations globally, making it the largest family-owned American Chinese dining concept in the United States. The company's core mission revolves around providing exceptional Asian dining experiences while fostering an environment where people are inspired to improve their lives. Rooted in strong family values, Panda Restaurant Group places a significant emphasis not only on the quality of its food and service but also on its impact on the communities in which it operates. The group embraces diversity and inclusion, being an Equal Opportunity Employer that strictly adheres to federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws and workplace accommodation requests.

The company is currently hiring for the position of Kitchen Team Associate. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, friendly, and supportive work environment that values teamwork, learning, and growth. As a Kitchen Team Associate, you will be a vital part of the kitchen operations, contributing to delivering delicious food while maintaining strict cleanliness and safety standards for all guests. Whether you come with experience or are new to the kitchen environment, Panda ensures thorough training to equip you with the skills needed for success. The work setting is fast-paced, engaging, and filled with opportunities to engage in various roles, from front counter service and drive-through operations to kitchen responsibilities. This position also opens doors for career advancement within the company, offering hands-on paid training, leadership development programs, and options to grow into management roles.

Panda Restaurant Group is known for its commitment to community through initiatives like Panda Cares, allowing employees to give back and make a positive social impact while working. This role provides a competitive hourly pay range of $19 to $22, determined by factors like work location and experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates, flexible schedules, free meals during shifts, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and leave programs, referral bonuses, and associate discounts across various brands. The company maintains a safe workplace with clear guidelines and accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure all employees can perform their duties effectively and comfortably.

Job Requirements

  • Flexible schedules
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand for up to four hours
  • Effective verbal communication skills
  • Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities
  • Ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations
  • Willingness to work in hot, noisy, fast-paced kitchen environment

Job Qualifications

  • Friendly and helpful team members
  • 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
  • Works effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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