Kitchen Team Associate: Learn, Grow, Serve

Panda Restaurant Group; Nogales (AZ); On-site; USD 19,286 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our friendly, fast-paced environment. You will cook, assist guests, and help keep the kitchen and dining area clean while learning new skills through on‑the‑job training.

We value teamwork and community involvement through Panda Cares, with opportunities to grow into higher responsibilities. Prior experience is not required, and we train you to deliver quality service with a smile.

Qualifications

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

Team player

Operations experience

Education

Some high school education

Food handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our friendly, fast-paced environment. You will cook, assist guests, and help keep the kitchen and dining area clean while learning new skills through on‑the‑job training.

We value teamwork and community involvement through Panda Cares, with opportunities to grow into higher responsibilities. Prior experience is not required, and we train you to deliver quality service with a smile.