Kitchen Team Associate - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Panda Restaurant Group; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Great pay

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental, Short-Term DI

401K with company match

Vacation, sick leave, bereavement

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Career development

Community involvement

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate in Pekin, IL to join a friendly team, cook and serve food, and handle payments at the counter. Training is provided if you lack experience, with opportunities to grow within the company.

The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, with flexible schedules and competitive pay. Benefits include free meals while on shift and pathways to advancement.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team players.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Some high school required.
• 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 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 rotate between front counter, drive-through, or kitchen.
• Collaborates with team to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Friendly and helpful

Operations experience

Education

Some high school

Food Handler certification (local requirements)

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate in Pekin, IL to join a friendly team, cook and serve food, and handle payments at the counter. Training is provided if you lack experience, with opportunities to grow within the company.

The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, with flexible schedules and competitive pay. Benefits include free meals while on shift and pathways to advancement.