Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals during shifts

Health benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental

401K with company match

Paid training and career development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as a Kitchen Team member, where you'll cook delicious food and ensure a clean environment. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and benefits like free meals and health insurance. No experience is needed, as training is provided for all new hires.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful attitude.
• Operational experience is a plus.
• Food Handler certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional dining experiences: greet guests, serve food, and handle payments.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow operational standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Adaptability

Effective communication

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Join us to apply for the Kitchen Team role at Panda Restaurant Group.

Position Overview

We’re seeking friendly team players to cook delicious food while maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Thrive in a safe, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and community impact through our Panda Cares initiative. No experience? No problem — we provide training!

Responsibilities

1. Provide exceptional dining experiences: greet guests, serve food, and handle payments.
2. Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
3. Follow operational standards and safety procedures to serve quality food.
4. Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, potentially at various positions including front counter, drive-through, or kitchen.
5. Collaborate effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful attitude.
• Operational experience is a plus.
• Some high school education.
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local laws, obtained at your expense.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules and competitive pay.
• Free meals during shifts.
• Health benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and voluntary insurance options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts.
• Paid training, career development, and opportunities for advancement into management roles.
• Community involvement opportunities.

Work Environment & Requirements

Employees should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in hot, noisy environments. Effective communication and adaptability are essential.

About Panda

Founded in 1983, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned Chinese restaurant chain in the U.S., with nearly 2,300 locations globally. We value diversity, family, and community impact.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].

Compensation

Pay range: $19 - $22 per hour, based on experience and location. Individual pay within this range is determined by various factors.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job functions: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Restaurants