Kitchen Team Associate — Learn, Grow, and Serve Guests

Panda Restaurant Group; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to join our friendly team. You’ll assist with cooking, serving guests, and keeping the store clean while learning new skills in a fast-paced environment.

No prior experience is required—we train you. You’ll thrive on teamwork, maintain safety standards, and may rotate between front counter, drive-through, or kitchen stations as needed. We offer a supportive workplace and opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team member.
• 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

• Greet guests, take orders and handle payments at the counter.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow safety and quality standards to serve fresh food.
• Work across front counter, drive-through, or kitchen in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Operations experience

Education

High school education

Food handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to join our friendly team. You’ll assist with cooking, serving guests, and keeping the store clean while learning new skills in a fast-paced environment.

No prior experience is required—we train you. You’ll thrive on teamwork, maintain safety standards, and may rotate between front counter, drive-through, or kitchen stations as needed. We offer a supportive workplace and opportunities to grow.