Cook

Panda Restaurant Group; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

401K with company match

Hands-on paid training

Job summary

A leading American Chinese restaurant chain is hiring a Cook in Sunnyvale, California. This role requires support for a welcoming kitchen environment, preparation of dishes per company standards, and guidance for kitchen staff. Candidates should have food safety knowledge and excellent verbal communication skills. The company offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and opportunities for career development. Pay ranges from $27 to $30 per hour based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Preference for operations experience.
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must remain standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Safety requirements

Effective verbal communication

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Education

Some high school education

Tools

Chinese cook knife

Job description

Position: Cook at Panda Restaurant Group

Join our team of passionate kitchen leaders creating food with heart.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Some high school education.
• Preference for operations experience.
• Food Safety: local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense.

How We Reward You

• 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
• 401K 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
• See full benefits details at https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf
• Candidates must meet and continue to meet eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

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 a Chinese cook knife and other kitchen 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 counter tops 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 environment, have effective verbal communication skills, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

Company Overview

Founded in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family‑owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. We embrace family values and community impact.

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. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation for the application or interview process, please reach out to [e-mail].

Pay Range: $27 per hour – $30 per hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.