Kitchen Team Associate — Training, Growth & Community Impact

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. in Solana Beach, CA is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to contribute to high‑quality food service and a clean, organized kitchen environment. You will work with a friendly team to greet guests, prepare meals, handle payments, and adapt to different roles as needed.

We offer training if you lack experience and encourage growth through a supportive, community‑minded workplace. Panda Cares reflects our commitment to giving back and teamwork.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, take food orders, and handle payments at the register.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store/kitchen area.
• Follow operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food.
• May work at different positions: front counter, drive-through, or kitchen.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Friendly and helpful team members

Education

Some high school

Tools

Food Handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. in Solana Beach, CA is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to contribute to high‑quality food service and a clean, organized kitchen environment. You will work with a friendly team to greet guests, prepare meals, handle payments, and adapt to different roles as needed.

We offer training if you lack experience and encourage growth through a supportive, community‑minded workplace. Panda Cares reflects our commitment to giving back and teamwork.