Kitchen Team Associate: Training Provided & Fast-Paced Dining

Panda Restaurant Group; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in South Portland, ME is looking for a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to join our team. You’ll cook and serve food, keep the kitchen clean, and help guests at the counter or drive‑through as needed.

No prior experience required—we provide training and opportunities to learn new skills while contributing to Panda Cares community initiatives. You’ll work in a fast‑paced, supportive environment with teammates who treat each other like family.

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

• Greets guests, serves food, and handles payments at the cash register
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
• Follows operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and may work at different positions – Front counter, Drive Through or Kitchen
• Collaborates with team members to meet daily goals in a positive environment

Skills

Friendly

Teamwork

Operations experience

Education

Some high school

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group in South Portland, ME is looking for a friendly Kitchen Team Associate to join our team. You’ll cook and serve food, keep the kitchen clean, and help guests at the counter or drive‑through as needed.

No prior experience required—we provide training and opportunities to learn new skills while contributing to Panda Cares community initiatives. You’ll work in a fast‑paced, supportive environment with teammates who treat each other like family.