Cook

Panda Restaurant Group; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Denham Springs seeks a Cook to create food with passion and lead the kitchen team. This entry-level position involves preparing dishes to meet company standards and creating a vibrant environment for guests. Candidates should have some high school education and a food safety certification. Join a fast-paced team dedicated to exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Effective communication skills for a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
• Guiding Kitchen Team and assisting with their training.
• Performing all Back of House responsibilities.

Education

Some high school

Prefer some Operations experience

Food Safety certification

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
• Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards
• Guiding Kitchen Team and assisting with their training
• Performing all Back of House responsibilities

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 table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen knives and other equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counters. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, effective verbal communication, adaptability, and conflict/difficult situation management are required.

Panda Strong Since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America, with close to 2,300 locations globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences and embracing family values.

You’re Wanted Here

We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].

Employment details

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