Cook (P1-1480531-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking restaurant group as a Cook, where your culinary skills and passion for service will shine. In this role, you will be at the heart of the kitchen, preparing delicious dishes and creating a vibrant atmosphere for guests. With opportunities for growth into management and a commitment to employee development, this position offers a rewarding career path. Enjoy benefits like flexible schedules, free meals, and comprehensive health insurance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Free Meals

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Referral Bonus

Hands-on Paid Training

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare hot and cold foods efficiently.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a 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

Education

Some High School Education

Operations Experience

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:

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 visit our benefits page.

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

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 including Chinese cook knives, and work quickly without losing accuracy. They must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counters measured at 36 inches. 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.

About Panda:

Founded in Glendale, California in 1983, Panda Restaurant Group 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 family-oriented organization that values community and employee growth.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it enhances creativity, innovation, and happiness in the workplace. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. We also comply with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].