Kitchen Team Associate - Learn, Grow, Cook in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Panda Restaurant Group; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in McMinnville, OR is seeking a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to help cook and keep a clean, safe dining area. You’ll learn on the job, with training provided, and contribute to Panda Cares community programs.

Expect a fast-paced environment, opportunities to move between front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen roles, and teamwork that supports a positive workplace. No prior experience required, heat and safety rules apply.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team members are essential.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Some high school education required.
• Food handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at 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 and helpful

Operations experience is a plus

Education

Some high school education

Food handler certification may be required depending on local requirements

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group in McMinnville, OR is seeking a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to help cook and keep a clean, safe dining area. You’ll learn on the job, with training provided, and contribute to Panda Cares community programs.

Expect a fast-paced environment, opportunities to move between front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen roles, and teamwork that supports a positive workplace. No prior experience required, heat and safety rules apply.