Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Lebec (CA); On-site; USD 29,618 - 33,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Great pay

Free meals while working

Medical, vision, dental benefits

401(k) with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Hands-on paid training

Opportunities for growth into management

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in California is looking for a Kitchen Team Associate to provide exceptional dining experiences and maintain a clean environment. This entry-level role offers flexible schedules and various opportunities for career growth. Candidates will receive hands-on training and can enjoy benefits such as free meals and medical insurance. The pay range is $21.5 to $24.5 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional dining experience to guests.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow operations standards and safety procedures.
• Work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Work effectively with team members to meet daily goals.

Skills

Friendly and helpful team player

Operations experience

Education

Some high school education

Job description

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 teammates 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. We’re all about giving back, so you’ll also get the chance to impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional dining experience to guests – greeting guests, serving food, and handling payments at the cash register.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh and quality food.
• Work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, and be able to 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 player.
• 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
• Medical, vision, dental, voluntary short‑term disability, cancer income protection insurance for full‑time associates
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) 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
• Pre‑tax dependent care flexible spending account
• See details: https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf
• Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam and food vapors. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, reach across a counter 36 inches, work quickly without losing accuracy, communicate effectively, adapt to a fast‑paced environment, and manage conflicts.

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. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding workplace accommodation. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations.

Pay Range

$21.5 per hour – $24.5 per hour (individual pay determined by location and experience).

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time