Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Ladera Ranch (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Referral bonuses

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to join their team in Ladera Ranch, California. This role involves cooking, maintaining cleanliness, and providing an exceptional dining experience. No experience is necessary as training will be provided. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and numerous benefits including medical and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Operations experience is a plus.
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Skills

Friendly

Helpful

Adaptability

Effective communication

Education

Some high school education

Job description

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. Thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. There’s always something new to learn, do, and accomplish. If you don’t have experience, we’ll train you! You’ll get opportunities to gain skills that help you rise in your career, no matter where you go. We’re all about giving back, so you’ll also get the chance to impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative. Let’s work together.

Essential Functions for Kitchen Team Associates:

1. Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests – Greeting Guests, Serving food, and handling payments at cash register
2. Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
3. Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures to serve fresh and quality food
4. Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions – Front counter, Drive Through, or Kitchen
5. Works effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment

Qualifications:

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

Benefits:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay ($22 - $25 per hour)
• 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
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonuses
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Additional Information:

Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in a hot, noisy environment. Effective communication skills and adaptability are essential. For more details on benefits, visit this link.