Cook (P1-1383645-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading American Chinese restaurant chain, where you will play a vital role as a Cook. In this fast-paced environment, you'll create delicious dishes while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and a variety of benefits including medical insurance and 401K options. With opportunities for growth into management positions and hands-on training, this is more than just a job—it's a chance to build a rewarding career in the culinary world. Embrace the opportunity to make a difference in your community while working with a passionate team.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Hands-on paid training

Career & Leadership Development

Opportunities for growth into management

Qualifications

• Some high school education is preferred.
• Operations experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Prepare dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
• Guide and assist with training the kitchen team.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Adaptability

Education

High School Education

Tools

Chinese Cook Knives

Job description

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart, and ambiance with pride.

As a Cook for our team, you will have the opportunity to embrace a central role in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart and soul of our company, and we believe our people are the recipe for success. Your responsibilities include:

1. Supporting in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
2. Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
3. Guiding the Kitchen Team and assisting with their training.
4. Performing all Back of House responsibilities.

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Great pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401K with company match
• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonus for eligible associates
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• For more details, please refer to this link.

Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Qualifications - Education and Experience:

• Some high school education
• Preferred some operations experience

Food Safety:

• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant's own expense

ADA Statement:

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam tables and food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knives and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noisy; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must work effectively in a fast-paced environment, communicate verbally, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

About Panda:

Founded in Glendale, California in 1983, Panda is now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and fostering a workplace where people are inspired to improve their lives, embracing family values in everything we do.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our organization. Workplace equality fosters creativity, inclusivity, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].

Pay Range:

$18.50 - $25.90 per hour. The actual pay within this range depends on factors like location and experience.