Cook (P1-1384565-0)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Cook at a leading restaurant group, where you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming atmosphere and preparing delicious meals. This position offers flexible schedules and opportunities for career growth. Enjoy free meals during shifts and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage for full-time associates. With a commitment to diversity and community impact, this role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about food service. Embrace the chance to grow and make a difference in your community!

Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Free Meals

Medical Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Training

Career Development Opportunities

Vacation and Sick Leave

Associate Discounts

Referral Bonus

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates should have some high school education.
• Operations experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant environment for guests.
• Prepare dishes according to company standards.
• Guide and train the Kitchen Team.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Time Management

Education

Some High School

Operations Experience

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, you will:

1. Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
2. Prepare all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
3. Guide the Kitchen Team and assist with their training.
4. Perform 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
• Prefer 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 kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops at 36 inches is required. Kitchens are hot with high noise levels; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in the U.S. With nearly 2,300 locations globally, we aim to deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. We are proud to embrace family values and positively impact our teams and communities.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity in all forms, which fosters creative ideas, diverse perspectives, and overall happiness. Workplace equality is important to us.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity without discrimination based on characteristics protected by law, including sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, and more. We also comply with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].

Pay Range:

$19 per hour – $26.60 per hour

*Within this range, individual pay is determined by factors such as location and experience.