Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance for full-time associates

401K with company match

On-Going Career & Leadership Development

Referral bonus for eligible associates

Job summary

A leading American Chinese Restaurant chain in Towson is seeking friendly team players for the Kitchen Team role. Responsibilities include providing an excellent dining experience and maintaining cleanliness. Opportunities for growth into management and hands-on training are offered. A Food Handler certification may be required, and the pay ranges from $17 to $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional dining experience to guests.
• Maintains cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures.
• Works efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environment.

Skills

Friendly and helpful team members

Operations experience

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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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
• 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
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense

Benefits & 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
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• On-Going Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Details available at PandaCareers benefits

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen tools and equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours, and reach across counters measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Company & Culture

Panda Strong Since 1983: Founded in Glendale, California, we are the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America with close to 2,300 locations globally. We value diversity in all forms and are committed to equal opportunity. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all applicable laws regarding accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].

EEO & Compliance: Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Details on benefits and eligibility are provided by the company. Pay range: $17 per hour - $20 per hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined by location and experience.