Kitchen Team Associate: Fast-Paced Prep & Service

Panda Restaurant Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to contribute to a welcoming dining experience. You will help prepare and serve food, manage basic transactions, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Training is provided if you lack experience, and you’ll have opportunities to grow your skills within a supportive team. We proudly support Panda Cares and community initiatives.

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.

Responsibilities

• Greets Guests, serves food, and handles payments at the cash register.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follows operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food.
• Works in a fast-paced kitchen environment and may work at Front counter, Drive Through, or Kitchen.
• Collaborates with teammates to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Friendly and helpful

Operations experience

Food Handler certification

Some high school

Education

Some high school

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to contribute to a welcoming dining experience. You will help prepare and serve food, manage basic transactions, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Training is provided if you lack experience, and you’ll have opportunities to grow your skills within a supportive team. We proudly support Panda Cares and community initiatives.