Kitchen Team Associate: Fast-Paced Learning & Growth

Panda Restaurant Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our quick-serve team in Raleigh. You will help prepare and serve meals, greet guests, and handle payments while keeping high cleanliness and safety standards.

No prior experience is required—we provide training and opportunities to grow. You’ll contribute to Panda Cares and serve the community, all in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Greeting guests, taking orders, serving food and handling payments.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Some high school education required.
• Food handler certification may be required depending on local rules.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, take orders, serve food and process payments.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food.
• Work across positions—front counter, drive-thru, or kitchen.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Greet customers

Cash handling

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High school education

Tools

Food handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our quick-serve team in Raleigh. You will help prepare and serve meals, greet guests, and handle payments while keeping high cleanliness and safety standards.

No prior experience is required—we provide training and opportunities to grow. You’ll contribute to Panda Cares and serve the community, all in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.