Cook

Panda Restaurant Group; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

401(k) with company match

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in Milpitas, California is seeking a Cook to play a vital role in our kitchen. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes that meet our standards while contributing to a positive dining experience for guests.

The ideal candidate will have some high school education, food safety knowledge, and experience in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a competitive pay rate ranging from $26 to $29 per hour along with benefits such as free meals, flexible schedules, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Flexibility in work schedule and ability to stand for long periods.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds safely.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Safety certification

Adaptability

Effective verbal communication

Education

Some high school education

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.

Role

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:

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

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.

Compensation and Benefits

• Flexible schedules.
• Competitive 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.
• Ongoing career and leadership development.
• Opportunities for growth into management positions.
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Physical Requirements

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from the 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 Chinese cook knives and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand up to four hours, and reach across countertops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to manage conflicts and difficult situations.

You’re Welcome Here

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, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].

Pay Range

Pay Range: $26 per hour - $29 per hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.