Cook (P1-1383391-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Cochrane Plaza Shopping Center (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established family-owned restaurant group, where you will play a vital role in creating delicious dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. As a Cook, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting your team while ensuring high standards of food preparation. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and career development opportunities. This is your chance to grow within a company that values diversity and community impact, making a difference in the lives of others while pursuing your culinary passion.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Paid training

Vacation and sick leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare hot and cold foods efficiently.
• Must meet local food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes according to company recipes and standards.
• Guide and assist the Kitchen Team with training.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

Some High School

Operations Experience

Tools

Chinese Cook Knives

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 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:

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 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.

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, work quickly without losing accuracy, lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops at 36 inches. Kitchens are hot and noisy with limited storage space. Employees must work effectively in a fast-paced environment, communicate clearly, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts.

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 worldwide, we are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building an organization where people are inspired to improve their lives. We embrace family values and community impact.

You're wanted here:

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

Pay Range: $27 per hour – $37.80 per hour. Within this range, pay is determined by factors such as location and experience.