Cook (P1-1383145-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Cook where your culinary skills will shine! In this role, you will create delicious dishes while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a family-oriented company known for its commitment to exceptional dining experiences. With flexible schedules and a range of benefits, including free meals and ongoing training, you will be supported in your journey to success. If you're passionate about food and service, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for growth

Community involvement

Qualifications

• Some high school education required.
• Prefer some Operations experience in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes according to company recipes and standards.
• Guide and assist the Kitchen Team with training.
• Maintain a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Operations Experience

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Handler Certification

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.

As a Cook for our team, you will:

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

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
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Please refer to this link for details.

Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

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 tables and food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen equipment including Chinese cook knives, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counters measured at 36 inches. Kitchens are hot and noisy, with limited storage and high shelving. Employees must adapt to a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, manage conflicts, and handle changing priorities.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in the U.S. With nearly 2,300 locations globally, we aim to deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences and foster a family-oriented culture.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it enhances creativity, perspective, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you need an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].