Kitchen Team Associate: Fast-Paced Growth & Training

Panda Restaurant Group; Kihei (HI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in Hawaii is seeking a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to help cook delicious food and keep the kitchen clean. You’ll thrive in a safe, supportive environment and receive training if you’re new to the role, with opportunities to develop skills for career growth.

Join a team that values community impact through Panda Cares and works together to serve guests in a fast‑paced setting, from front counter to kitchen, while maintaining high standards.

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 the employee’s expense.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Operations experience

Team collaboration

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group in Hawaii is seeking a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to help cook delicious food and keep the kitchen clean. You’ll thrive in a safe, supportive environment and receive training if you’re new to the role, with opportunities to develop skills for career growth.

Join a team that values community impact through Panda Cares and works together to serve guests in a fast‑paced setting, from front counter to kitchen, while maintaining high standards.