Cook (P1-1384937-1)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Cook at a renowned restaurant group, where your culinary skills and passion for food will shine. In this role, you'll create delicious dishes while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage. With opportunities for career advancement and ongoing training, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Embrace the chance to be part of a family-oriented company that values diversity and community engagement.

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

Ongoing Career Development

Opportunities for management growth

Qualifications

• Some high school education is required.
• Prefer some operations experience in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
• Guide the Kitchen Team and assist with their training.
• Perform all Back of House responsibilities.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Education

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

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. 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
• Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

Qualifications: Education and Experience:

• Some high school education
• 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 like Chinese cook knives, 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 at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noisy; 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 are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives, embracing family values.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our organization. Workplace equality fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and overall happiness. We welcome you to join us.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities and do not discriminate based on characteristics protected by law, including sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, and more. We also comply with laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].

Pay Range: $26 per hour – $36.40 per hour

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