Line Cook & Kitchen Team Leader — Growth & Perks

Panda Restaurant Group; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Short-Term Disability

Cancer income protection insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Bereavement leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Community service opportunities

Hands-on training

Growth into management

Pre-Tax Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Cook to lead and support our kitchen team in a fast-paced Panda restaurant in Vernon Hills, IL. You will prepare all dishes to our standard, uphold safety rules, and help train team members while ensuring a welcoming dining environment.

The role offers growth into management, hands-on training, and opportunities to participate in our benefits program. Local eligibility applies.

Qualifications

• Food safety certification may be required and acquired at applicant’s own expense.
• Some high school education required.
• Prefer some operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for guests.
• Preparing all dishes to meet company recipes and standards
• Guiding Kitchen Team and assisting with training
• Performing all Back of House responsibilities

Skills

Food Safety

Education

Some high school

Operations experience

Job description

Panda Restaurant Group is hiring a Cook to lead and support our kitchen team in a fast-paced Panda restaurant in Vernon Hills, IL. You will prepare all dishes to our standard, uphold safety rules, and help train team members while ensuring a welcoming dining environment.

The role offers growth into management, hands-on training, and opportunities to participate in our benefits program. Local eligibility applies.