Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals while working

Health insurance benefits for full-time associates

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Referral bonus for eligible associates

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Job summary

A leading restaurant operator in Kent, Ohio is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate. In this role, you will cook delicious food and maintain cleanliness while providing exceptional dining experiences. No experience is necessary as training will be provided. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and various benefits, including free meals while working and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional dining experience to guests.
• Maintains cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures.
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Collaborates with team members to meet daily goals.

Skills

Friendly and helpful team members

Operations experience

Education

Some high school

Job description

Overview

Join us as a Kitchen Team Associate. We’re looking for friendly team players to cook delicious food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness for our guests. You’ll thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. If you don’t have experience, we’ll train you. There are opportunities to gain skills that support your career growth, and you’ll have the chance to give back to the community through our Panda Cares initiative.

Pay

Base pay range: $17.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional dining experience to guests – Greeting guests, serving food, and handling payments at the cash register
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
• Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures to serve fresh and quality food
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and may work at different positions – Front counter, Drive Through or Kitchen
• Collaborates with team members to meet daily goals in a positive environment

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team members
• Operations experience is a plus
• Some high school
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements (acquired at your expense)

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Healthcare 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
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Details available at PandaCareers benefits PDF

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 with accuracy. Physical requirements may include lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and reaching across counters. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts.

Equal Opportunity

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. If you require accommodations, please contact our accommodation team at [e-mail].

Notes

Candidate eligibility for benefits and referral programs may depend on location and employment status.