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 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
- 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
- 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 bonuses for eligible associates
- Opportunities for growth into management positions
- Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Additional Information:
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 up to four hours, and work in a hot, noisy environment with limited storage space. Effective verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment are essential. For more details on benefits, visit this link.