Lead Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen & Growth

Pandainn; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals while working at Panda

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/fun

Associate discounts

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. invites you to join our Panda Cook team in California. You will prepare all dishes to meet our recipes and standards, support in creating a vibrant guest environment, and guide fellow kitchen staff.

This role offers hands-on paid training, opportunities for growth into management, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, 401K with company match, and paid time off for eligible associates.

Qualifications

• High school education preferred; some operations experience helpful.
• Must meet local Food Handler certification requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all dishes to meet Panda recipes and standards.
• Support in creating a vibrant, welcoming environment for guests.
• Guide kitchen team and assist with training.
• Perform all back-of-house duties.

Skills

Food prep

Team leadership

Training others

Education

Some high school

Food handler certification

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. invites you to join our Panda Cook team in California. You will prepare all dishes to meet our recipes and standards, support in creating a vibrant guest environment, and guide fellow kitchen staff.

This role offers hands-on paid training, opportunities for growth into management, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, 401K with company match, and paid time off for eligible associates.