Cook (P1-1383531-1)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary world seeks passionate Cook associates to lead the kitchen team and create delightful dining experiences. This role involves preparing dishes to meet high standards, guiding team members, and performing essential back-of-house responsibilities. With a commitment to community and diversity, this company offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and 401K plans. Join a vibrant team dedicated to excellence and growth, where your culinary skills can shine and make a difference in the dining experience.

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

Ongoing Career & Leadership Development

Opportunities for growth into management

Qualifications

• Must have some high school education and preferably some operations experience.
• Food Handler certification required at applicant's own expense.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Some High School Education

Operations Experience

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

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:

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
• For more details, please visit our benefits page.

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

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

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. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across countertops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noisy; storage space is limited with high shelving. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

About Panda:

Founded in Glendale, California, in 1983, Panda Restaurant Group is now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and fostering a family-oriented organization that values community and diversity.

We want you here:

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our organization. Workplace equality fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and happiness. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on characteristics protected by law, including gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more. If you require accommodations, please contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].