Cook (P1-1480600-1)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading family-owned restaurant chain, where your culinary skills will shine! As a Cook, you will play a vital role in creating delicious dishes and providing exceptional service in a fast-paced kitchen. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals while you work, and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance. With opportunities for growth into management positions and ongoing career development, this is a chance to build a rewarding career in a supportive environment. Be part of a company that values diversity and community involvement, making a positive impact every day!

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 & Leadership Development

Opportunities for growth into management

Qualifications

• Some high school education required; operations experience preferred.
• Must obtain Food Handler certification at own expense.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
• Guide the Kitchen Team and assist with their training.
• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Adaptability

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 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

For more details, please visit https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf.

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. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counters at 36 inches. Kitchens are hot and noisy, with limited storage and high shelving. 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 improve their lives, embracing family values.

You're wanted here:

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