Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals during work

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Paid training

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Lake Zurich seeks a Kitchen Team member to provide exceptional dining experiences while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. This entry-level position offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment. No experience required; training provided.

Qualifications

• Operations experience is a plus.
• Food Handler certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional dining experience to guests.
• Maintains cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follows operations standards to serve quality food.
• Works efficiently in various positions in the kitchen.
• Meets daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Friendly and helpful team members

Communication skills

Adaptability

Conflict-management abilities

Education

Some high school

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Kitchen Team role at Panda Restaurant Group. 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. If you don’t have experience, we’ll train you. You’ll gain skills to rise in your career, and you’ll have the chance to impact your community through Panda Cares initiative. Let’s work together.

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 Procedure 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
• Work 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
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements (acquired at your expense)

Benefits and Rewards

• 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
• 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

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 be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and reach across counters. Kitchens are hot and noisy; storage space is limited. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and have effective verbal communication skills, adaptability, and conflict-management abilities.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. If you require an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Pay

Pay Range: $17 per hour - $20 per hour. Within the range, pay is determined by location and experience.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Restaurants