Kitchen Help - Yakiya

Panda Restaurant Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance for full-time associates

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Hands-on paid training

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading restaurant company in California is seeking Kitchen Help - Yakiya to prepare ingredients and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate will ensure safe food preparation procedures and assist in various kitchen duties. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. This role offers flexible schedules and the opportunity for career development.

Qualifications

• Lift and carry 50 lbs vertically, stand without sitting for up to 5 hours, reach at least 36" horizontally and vertically.
• Perform repetitious cutting/slicing motions at high speed and in a safe manner using a Chinese cook's knife.
• Practice good personal hygiene at all times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a constant supply of ingredients prepared according to specifications.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.
• Help marinate meats according to company recipes.
• Assist Dishwasher during peak periods and support kitchen staff as needed.

Job description

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Summary of Job Scope And Expectations:

Ensure a constant and adequate supply of ingredients are prepared according to company specifications and local health regulations; assist in ensuring a clean and well‑organized kitchen.

Essential Functions

• Prepare all meats, fish and vegetables for cooking according to company specifications for size, quantity and recipe, using Chinese knife, meat slicer and food processor as needed
• Help to marinate meats and other ingredients according to Company recipe and procedure
• Ensure that all food ingredients are prepared in a safe and sanitary manner, following relevant health regulations
• Ensure that Apportioner's cold table is kept stocked with all ingredients
• Sweep, mop the floor and wipe or sanitize equipment & work surfaces as often as needed to maintain a safe and sanitary workplace
• Lift and carry containers of food items between storage, work stations and counter areas as needed to perform or to assist others in performing their duties
• Perform side jobs as assigned, and other kitchen duties involving lifting, carrying, cleaning as needed
• Assist Dishwasher at peak periods when needed
• Assist Cook(s) in replenishing supplies of spices at Cook's station
• Assist Kitchen Manager or Cook in receiving procedures, check samples for freshness/quality, lift containers into storage

Job Requirements

• Lift and carry 50 lbs vertically, stand without sitting for up to 5 hours, reach at least 36" horizontally and vertically.
• Perform repetitious cutting/slicing motions at high speed and in a safe manner using a Chinese cook's knife
• Practice good personal hygiene at all times
• Follow instructions and procedures without deviation through many repetitions and without constant supervision
• Work and respond quickly to instructions under pressure at peak periods

As an Associate, you will be required to uphold a high standard of integrity and ethics in order to comply with all Company Policies. Additionally, we require our Associates to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for Guests and Associates alike, in an open‑kitchen environment where you regularly encounter and interact with individuals of all ages, including minors and seniors.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants can review information about the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers at the following link: https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FCOE-Official-Notice-Eng-Final-8.30.2024.pdf.

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
• On‑Going Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Pay Range

• Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Panda Strong Since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family‑owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You’re Wanted Here

We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].

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