Cook (P1-1384816-1)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; California, San Diego (MO, CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and fast-paced team as a Cook at a leading family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain. You will be at the heart of our kitchen, responsible for preparing delicious dishes while ensuring a vibrant atmosphere for our guests. This role offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. With opportunities for career advancement and ongoing training, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and teamwork. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Comprehensive health benefits

401K plan with company match

Paid time off

Associate discounts

Referral bonuses

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in operations preferred.
• Food Handler certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for guests.
• Prepare dishes to meet company standards.
• Guide Kitchen Team and assist with training.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Education

Some High School Education

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 play 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. Your responsibilities include:

1. Supporting the creation of a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
2. Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards.
3. Guiding the Kitchen Team and assisting with their training.
4. Performing all Back of House responsibilities.

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts on many brands
• Referral bonuses for eligible associates
• Opportunities to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing career and leadership development
• Opportunities for advancement into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• For more details, please visit https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf

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

Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Some high school education
• Experience in operations preferred

Food Safety Requirements

• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at the applicant's own expense

ADA Statement

Employees must work in hot environments with steam and food vapors, often standing for long periods. Responsibilities include preparing hot and cold foods, using kitchen equipment, and working quickly and accurately. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counters at 36 inches. The kitchen environment is hot and noisy, with limited storage space. Candidates must adapt to a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, and handle conflicts professionally.

About Panda

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is 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 supportive community built on family values.

We Welcome You

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. For workplace accommodations, contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].

Pay Range

$25 per hour - $35 per hour. Individual pay within this range is determined by factors such as location and experience.