Cook

Panda Restaurant Group; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Associate discounts

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

An established industry player seeks passionate cooks to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment where your culinary skills will shine. As a Cook, you'll be at the heart of the restaurant, preparing delicious dishes while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for guests. With flexible schedules and opportunities for advancement, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the culinary field. Join a team that values creativity, teamwork, and personal growth, and make your mark in the vibrant world of dining.

Qualifications

• Food safety requirements such as local Food Handler certification.
• Preferred experience in restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Safety Certification

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Some High School Education

Job description

Join to apply for the Cook role at Panda Restaurant Group

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 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.

Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Some high school education.
• Preferred some operations experience.
• Food safety requirements, such as local/municipal Food Handler certification, acquired at the applicant’s own expense.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedules.
• Competitive pay.
• Free meals while working at Panda.
• Medical, vision, dental, voluntary short-term disability, and cancer income protection insurance for full-time associates.
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending accounts.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave.
• Associate discounts, referral bonuses, and opportunities for community engagement.
• Hands-on paid training and ongoing career and leadership development.
• Opportunities for advancement into management positions.
• Additional details available at https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf.

ADA Statement:

Employees must be able to work in a hot, noisy environment, lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work quickly and accurately. Effective communication skills and adaptability are essential.

About Panda:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is 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.

We Value Diversity:

We embrace diversity and workplace equality, believing it fosters creativity, innovation, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Restaurants