Cook (P1-1384734-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Cook, where your culinary skills will shine in a fast-paced kitchen. This role is essential in creating delicious meals and a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals, and opportunities for career growth in a company that values diversity and community involvement. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, you will thrive as you develop your skills and contribute to memorable dining experiences. If you're passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Free Meals

Medical Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Training

Career Development Opportunities

Associate Discounts

Referral Bonus

Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates should have some high school education and preferably some operations experience.
• Food Handler certification may be required at the applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes according to company recipes and standards.
• Guide and assist the kitchen team with training and responsibilities.
• Create a welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

Some High School

Operations Experience

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, 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 with high noise levels; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America, with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We aim to deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences and build an organization where people are inspired to better their lives, embracing family values.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and recognize its strength. Workplace equality fosters creativity, diverse perspectives, and happiness. We welcome everyone.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunity and does not discriminate based on characteristics protected by law, including sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, and more. We also comply with laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you need an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].