Kitchen Team Member - Flexible Hours & Growth

Panda Restaurant Group; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals while working

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate in Salinas, CA. You’ll greet guests, take orders, handle payments, and keep the dining area clean in a fast-paced setting. You may fill positions across front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen based on daily needs.

No prior experience? We’ll train you and help you grow, with opportunities to rise in your career and give back to the community through Panda Cares. Some positions include Food Handler training as required by local rules.

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team player.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Some high school education.
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements; the associate will be responsible for acquiring it at their expense.

Responsibilities

• Greeting guests, taking orders, and handling payments at the cash register to provide an exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Follow operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh, quality food.
• Fill different positions—front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen—based on daily needs.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily goals in a positive environment.

Skills

Team player

Operations experience

High school

Food Handler cert

Education

Some high school education

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Kitchen Team Associate in Salinas, CA. You’ll greet guests, take orders, handle payments, and keep the dining area clean in a fast-paced setting. You may fill positions across front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen based on daily needs.

No prior experience? We’ll train you and help you grow, with opportunities to rise in your career and give back to the community through Panda Cares. Some positions include Food Handler training as required by local rules.