Kitchen Team (P1-1351824-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Abilene, Town of Texas (TX, WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Kitchen Team Associate at an established industry player known for its commitment to quality and community. This role offers you the chance to thrive in a supportive environment where you'll cook delicious food while ensuring cleanliness and safety. With opportunities for growth into management positions and hands-on training, this position is perfect for those looking to develop their skills and make a difference. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals, and a variety of benefits that support your well-being and career advancement.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Referral bonus

Ongoing Career Development

Hands-on paid training

Qualifications

• Friendly and helpful team members are essential.
• Food Handler certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional dining experience to guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Safety

Customer Service

Education

Some High School Education

Job description

Join us as a Kitchen Team Associate

We're looking for friendly team players to cook delicious food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness for our guests. Thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. There's always something new to learn, do, and accomplish. If you don't have experience, we'll train you! You'll get opportunities to gain skills that help you rise in your career, no matter where you go. We're all about giving back, so you'll also get the chance to impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative. Let's work together.

Essential Functions for Kitchen Team Associates:

1. Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests - Greeting Guests, Serving food and handling payments at cash register
2. Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
3. Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedures to serve fresh and quality food
4. Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions - Front counter, Drive Through or Kitchen

Work effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment.

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

How we reward you:

• Flexible schedules
• Great pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401K with company match
• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonus for eligible associates
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• For more details, please visit: https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf

Note: Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

ADA Statement:

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam tables and food vapors. Workspace is restricted, and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noisy; storage space is limited, and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With nearly 2,300 locations worldwide, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. We are proud to impact our team and communities, embracing family values.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity and believe it fosters creative ideas, diverse perspectives, and overall happiness. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal opportunity without discrimination based on characteristics protected by law. If you require workplace accommodations, please contact our accommodation team via email at [e-mail].