Uncle Tetsu Baker Assistant (P1-1352746-0)

Pandainn; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 25,485 - 29,618; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K with company match

Vacation & sick leave

Bereavement leave

Associate discounts

Referral bonus

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. in Arcadia, California, is hiring a Baker Assistant to support the Baker and Person in Charge, perform Front of House and Back of House duties, greet Guests, handle payments, and assist with drink preparation and baking ingredient prep in a busy, open-kitchen setting.

The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and teamwork; applicants should have some high school, be prepared to obtain local Food Handler certification, and be able to stand for long periods, lift up to

Qualifications

• Some high school required. Local/municipal Food Handler certification may be required at applicant's expense.
• Experience in restaurant operations or guest service is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, open-kitchen environment with attention to safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Perform Front of House and Back of House duties as directed by the Person in Charge.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store through cleaning and sanitizing tasks.
• Greet and serve Guests and handle payments at the cash register.
• Prepare drinks at the Tea Bar and assist with baking ingredient preparation.
• Package cakes and assist with kitchen operations; support the Baker and PIC as needed.

Skills

Front of House

Back of House

Guest service

Cleaning

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Some high school

Job description

Founded in 1985 by Tetsushi Mizokami, Uncle Tetsu is an international Asian-inspired bakery best-known for its original Japanese Cheesecakes. There are over 80 Uncle Tetsu locations across the world, each providing guests with its signature sweet and fluffy cheesecakes marked with the infamous Uncle Tetsu character stamp. For more information on Uncle Tetsu, visit uncletetsu-us.com

The Baker Assistant is responsible for providing quality service to Guests, as well as providing all necessary support to the Baker and Person in Charge, with accountability for:

- Performing Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) duties as directed by the Person in Charge (PIC)

- Performing cleaning and sanitizing tasks to maintain cleanliness and appearance of the store

- Greeting and serving Guests

- Handling payment at the cash register

- Preparing drinks at the Tea Bar

- Preparing ingredients for baking, including portioning, weighing, and storing ingredients

- Packaging cakes into boxes

Essential functions:

The essential functions in this job description are not all-inclusive of this job’s duties and responsibilities. Reliable and dependable attendance is required.

Education and Experience:

- Some high school

- Prefer some Operations experience Food Safety:

- Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense

As an Associate, you will be required to uphold a high standard of integrity and ethics in order to comply with all Company Policies. Additionally, we require our Associates to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for Guests and Associates alike, in an open‑kitchen environment where you regularly encounter and interact with individuals of all ages, including minors and seniors.

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to 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 close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You’re wanted here:

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation.The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters.If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail] .

How we reward you:

• 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
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

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

Pay Range: $18.5 per hour - $21.5 per hour

*Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.