Kitchen Team Associate - Training, Growth & Community

Panda Restaurant Group; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in Apache Junction, AZ is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our fast-paced dining team. You’ll help cook, maintain cleanliness, handle basic prep, and support dining room operations with a friendly, guest-focused attitude.

No prior experience? We’ll train you. You’ll learn food prep, safety standards, and cashier responsibilities while growing with a national family of restaurants supporting communities through Panda Cares.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team members required.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Some high school or equivalent required.
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, take orders, and handle payments at the register.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food.
• Be flexible to work at different positions (front counter, drive-thru, kitchen).

Skills

Friendly team members

Operations experience

Education

Some high school

Food Handler certification (local requirements may apply)

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group in Apache Junction, AZ is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our fast-paced dining team. You’ll help cook, maintain cleanliness, handle basic prep, and support dining room operations with a friendly, guest-focused attitude.

No prior experience? We’ll train you. You’ll learn food prep, safety standards, and cashier responsibilities while growing with a national family of restaurants supporting communities through Panda Cares.