Kitchen Team Associate — Learn, Grow & Thrive

Panda Restaurant Group; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate in Kokomo, Indiana. You will help prepare and serve food, greet guests, and handle payments while keeping the kitchen and dining area clean and safe. Training is provided, and you’ll join a team that values community involvement through Panda Cares.

The role supports a fast‑paced environment, with opportunities to learn new skills and advance within the company. We emphasize teamwork, safety, and delivering a great guest experience.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team members.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• 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

Friendly and helpful team members

Operations experience

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate in Kokomo, Indiana. You will help prepare and serve food, greet guests, and handle payments while keeping the kitchen and dining area clean and safe. Training is provided, and you’ll join a team that values community involvement through Panda Cares.

The role supports a fast‑paced environment, with opportunities to learn new skills and advance within the company. We emphasize teamwork, safety, and delivering a great guest experience.