Kitchen Team Associate - Training, Growth & Fast-Paced Prep

Panda Restaurant Group; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate in Queen Creek, AZ. You will greet guests, take orders, serve food, handle payments, and help maintain a clean, safe dining area. The role supports various positions—front counter, drive-through, or kitchen—throughout fast-paced shifts.

The team emphasizes friendly, collaborative work, with on-the-job training provided. You’ll join a community-focused brand and grow skills that can advance your career within Panda Cares initiatives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, serve food, and handle payments at the cash register while providing an exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and may work at different positions—front counter, drive-through, or kitchen.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Friendly and helpful

Operations experience

Food handler certification

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate in Queen Creek, AZ. You will greet guests, take orders, serve food, handle payments, and help maintain a clean, safe dining area. The role supports various positions—front counter, drive-through, or kitchen—throughout fast-paced shifts.

The team emphasizes friendly, collaborative work, with on-the-job training provided. You’ll join a community-focused brand and grow skills that can advance your career within Panda Cares initiatives.