Kitchen Team Member: Flexible Hours & Growth

Panda Restaurant Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Great pay

Free meals while working at Panda

Medical, vision, dental and insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation, sick leave and bereavement

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Career development

Growth into management

Pre‑tax dependent care FSA

PandaCareers benefits PDF

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to provide friendly, efficient service and help keep the kitchen and dining area clean. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow within the company through Panda Cares and leadership development.

The role supports front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen duties in a fast‑paced environment, with team members who value service and quality. Benefits and growth opportunities are available to eligible associates.

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 your expense.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional dining experience to guests – greeting guests, serving food and handling payments at 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.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to provide friendly, efficient service and help keep the kitchen and dining area clean. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow within the company through Panda Cares and leadership development.

The role supports front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen duties in a fast‑paced environment, with team members who value service and quality. Benefits and growth opportunities are available to eligible associates.