Kitchen Team

Overview

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. You’ll thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. If you don’t have experience, we’ll train you. There are opportunities to gain skills that support your career growth, and you’ll have the chance to give back to the community through our Panda Cares initiative.

Base pay range: $17.00/hr - $20.00/hr

• 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
• Collaborates with team members to meet daily goals in a positive environment

• Friendly and helpful team members
• Operations experience is a plus
• Some high school
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements (acquired at your expense)

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
• Healthcare 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
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Details available at Panda Careers benefits PDF

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 with accuracy. Physical requirements may include lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and reaching across counters.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. If you require accommodations, please contact our accommodation team at

Candidate eligibility for benefits and referral programs may depend on location and employment status.