Cook

Panda Restaurant Group; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Hands-on paid training

Job summary

A prominent restaurant organization in Hilo, Hawaii, seeks a Cook to lead kitchen operations and maintain high quality in food preparation. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and offers benefits like flexible schedules, free meals, and medical insurance. The successful candidate will ensure a welcoming kitchen atmosphere and assist in training kitchen staff. Join a supportive team dedicated to growth and excellence in culinary service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: some operations experience.
• Food safety certification required at applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Prepare all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
• Guide kitchen team members and assist with their training.
• Perform all back-of-house responsibilities.

Skills

Food preparation

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook – Panda Restaurant Group

Location: Hilo, HI

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Restaurants

Job Overview

Our Panda Cook associates are 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 in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Support creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Prepare all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
• Guide kitchen team members and assist with their training.
• Perform all back‑of‑house responsibilities.

Qualifications, Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: some operations experience.
• Food safety: local/municipal requirements such as Food Handler certification, to be acquired at applicant’s own expense.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $19 per hour – $22 per hour.

• 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.
• 401(k) 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.
• On‑going career & leadership development.
• Opportunities for growth into management positions.
• Pre‑tax dependent care flexible spending account.
• For details, see https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf.

EEO/ADA Statement

At Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected class. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations of job duties and the application process for applicants with disabilities as required by law.

To request accommodations, please email [e-mail].

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