Cook

Panda Restaurant Group; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A prominent restaurant group in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a Cook to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will prepare dishes, uphold food safety standards, and lead kitchen staff. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in food operations. Join us for a supportive and vibrant work environment with benefits including flexible schedules, medical insurance, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferable experience in food operations.
• Food Safety: local/municipal requirements such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense.

Responsibilities

• Support 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.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Experience in food operations

Team Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook – Panda Restaurant Group

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, 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 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

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferable experience in food operations.
• Food Safety: local/municipal requirements such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense.

Benefits

• 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
• Ongoing career & leadership development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑tax dependent care flexible spending account
• Refer to the Panda Benefits PDF for details.
• Candidates must meet and continue to meet eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counters are often hot with steam from the steam table and food vapor. Employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Duties require lifting up to 50 lbs., standing up to four hours, and reaching across counter tops measured at 36 inches. Work environment is fast‑paced, hot, noisy, with limited storage space and high shelves. Employees must adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, or veteran status. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our accommodation team at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Restaurants