Kitchen Team Associate — Training, Growth & Team Impact

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

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our fast-paced kitchen and front-of-house operations. You’ll help cook, maintain cleanliness, and support teammates to deliver a great guest experience.

No prior experience is required—we’ll train you on food safety, teamwork, and efficient service while you contribute to Panda Cares and our community initiatives. You’ll have chances to learn new skills, work across stations, and grow with the company as you build a career

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

• 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

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate to join our fast-paced kitchen and front-of-house operations. You’ll help cook, maintain cleanliness, and support teammates to deliver a great guest experience.

No prior experience is required—we’ll train you on food safety, teamwork, and efficient service while you contribute to Panda Cares and our community initiatives. You’ll have chances to learn new skills, work across stations, and grow with the company as you build a career