Kitchen Team

Panda Restaurant Group; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Kitchen Team Associates to join their vibrant team. In this role, you'll provide exceptional dining experiences while working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. With opportunities for growth and hands-on training, you’ll develop skills that can elevate your career. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and health insurance. Join a company that values diversity and community impact, and be part of a supportive team that feels like family.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Hands-on paid training

Ongoing Career Development

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team members are essential.
• Food Handler certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional dining experiences by greeting guests and serving food.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow safety procedures to serve quality food.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Some High School Education

Job description

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

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.

1. Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests – Greeting Guests, Serving food, and handling payments at cash register
2. Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
3. Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures to serve fresh and quality food
4. Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions – Front counter, Drive Through, or Kitchen

Essential Functions for Kitchen Team Associates:

1. Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests – Greeting Guests, Serving food, and handling payments at cash register
2. Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
3. Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures to serve fresh and quality food
4. Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and may 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:

1. Friendly and helpful team members
2. Operations experience is a plus
3. Some high school education
4. Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense

How we reward you:

1. Flexible schedules
2. Great pay
3. Free meals while working at Panda
4. Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
5. Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
6. 401K with company match
7. Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave, and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
8. Associate discounts for many brands
9. Referral bonus for eligible associates
10. Opportunity to give back to your community
11. Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
12. Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
13. Opportunities for growth into management positions
14. Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
15. For more details, visit: https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf
16. Candidates must meet and continue to meet eligibility requirements for each benefit if employed

ADA Statement:

Employees must be able to work in hot, noisy environments, lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Effective verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment are required.

Panda Strong Since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain with nearly 2,300 locations globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.

You’re Wanted Here:

We value diversity and workplace equality, which fosters creative ideas, diverse perspectives, and overall happiness. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all laws regarding workplace accommodations. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Pay Range: $17 - $23.80 per hour. Individual pay is determined based on location and experience.