Kitchen Team Member: Training & Growth in Fast-Paced

Panda Restaurant Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to help prepare meals and ensure safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced dining environment. You will greet guests, serve food, and handle payments at the counter, while supporting a team-focused culture.

The role emphasizes flexibility to work at front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen, with training provided for those new to the industry and opportunities for skill development within the Panda Cares initiative.

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.

Skills

Friendly & helpful

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

Some high school education

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Team Associate to help prepare meals and ensure safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced dining environment. You will greet guests, serve food, and handle payments at the counter, while supporting a team-focused culture.

The role emphasizes flexibility to work at front counter, drive‑through, or kitchen, with training provided for those new to the industry and opportunities for skill development within the Panda Cares initiative.