Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Lawndale (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

Vacation and sick leave

Referral bonus

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for growth into management

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as a Kitchen Team Associate, where you'll cook delicious food and maintain cleanliness while working in a supportive team environment. Opportunities for growth and community impact through initiatives are available.

Qualifications

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

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

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:

• Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests – Greeting Guests, Serving food, and handling payments at 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

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
• 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
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions

Work Environment & ADA Statement:

Employees must work in hot, noisy, and restricted spaces, often standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working quickly with kitchen equipment. Effective communication and adaptability are essential.

Company Background:

Founded in 1983 in Glendale, California, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain, with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We aim to deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences and foster a family-oriented organization that positively impacts communities.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We value diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunity employment without discrimination based on protected characteristics. For workplace accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Compensation:

Pay Range: $22 - $25 per hour, based on location and experience.