Cook (P1-1480534-2)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Fort Wayne, Fremont (IN, CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Cook at an established family-owned restaurant chain. This role is crucial in creating delicious dishes and a welcoming atmosphere for guests. You will lead the kitchen team, ensuring that every dish meets our high standards while fostering an environment of growth and collaboration. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Free Meals

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K with Company Match

Vacation and Sick Leave

Referral Bonus

Hands-on Paid Training

Ongoing Career Development

Associate Discounts

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare food following company recipes and standards.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Guide and assist the Kitchen Team with their training.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Education

Some High School Education

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:

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: https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf

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

Qualifications - Education and Experience:

• Some high school education
• Preferred 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 countertops at 36 inches. Kitchens are hot and noisy; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must adapt to a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

About Panda:

Founded in Glendale, California in 1983, 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 workplace that values family and community involvement.

Join Us:

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