Cook (P1-1480650-2)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Cook in a fast-paced restaurant environment where your culinary passion meets exceptional service. This role is central to creating a welcoming atmosphere and delivering delicious dishes that meet high standards. With opportunities for growth and leadership development, you will play a vital role in a company that values diversity and community impact. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals, and comprehensive benefits while being part of a family-oriented organization that has been serving delicious Asian cuisine since 1983.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Referral bonus

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for growth into management

Qualifications

• Food Handler certification required at applicant's expense.
• Some operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes according to company recipes and standards.
• Guide and assist Kitchen Team with training.
• Support a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Food Safety Certification

Effective Verbal Communication

Adaptability

Education

Some High School

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:

1. Flexible schedules
2. Great pay
3. Free meals while working at Panda
4. Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
5. Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
6. 401K with company match
7. Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
8. Associate discounts for many brands
9. Referral bonus for eligible associates
10. Opportunity to give back to your community
11. Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
12. Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
13. Opportunities for growth into management positions
14. Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
15. Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

Qualifications: Education and Experience:

1. Some high school
2. Prefer some operations experience
3. 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. Kitchens are hot with high noise levels; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must work in a fast-paced environment, have effective verbal communication skills, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

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 continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. We are proud to embrace family values and positively impact our teams and communities.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and recognize the strength it brings. Workplace equality fosters creative ideas, diverse perspectives, and overall happiness. We welcome your unique contributions.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity without discrimination based on characteristics protected by law, including sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, and others. We also comply with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our team via email at [e-mail].