Culinary Cook

Culinary Cook

Job Summary of Culinary Cook:

This role plays a vital part in our kitchen operations by preparing quality food and supporting a welcoming dining experience. You will bring passion to every dish, lead by example in the back of house, and help maintain the energetic and inclusive atmosphere our guests enjoy. This position supports training efforts and upholds high standards of food preparation and kitchen operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities of Culinary Cook:

• Create a thriving and friendly space for guests.
• Prepare all food items on the menu while maintaining the company's recipe specifications and quality expectations.
• Assist in educating and overseeing kitchen staff members.
• Handle all back-of-house operations, which consist of cooking, preparing food items, and performing sanitation duties.

Qualifications and Experience of Culinary Cook:

• It is advisable for individuals to have undertaken some form of high school learning.
• Preference is given to candidates with prior restaurant operations experience.
• It is mandatory to fulfill the local food safety certification requirements, which may include acquiring a Food Handler certification at personal expense.

Benefits of Culinary Cook:

• Flexible scheduling options.
• Competitive pay.
• Complimentary dining options for employees during their shifts.
• Full-time employees who meet the criteria can enroll in medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance programs.
• By utilizing flexible spending accounts, individuals can reduce their taxable income and save money on out-of-pocket health and dependent care costs.
• An employee benefit that involves a company match for contributions made to a 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and bereavement leave are common components of many companies' employee benefits plans.
• Savings for staff members on selected brand merchandise.
• Incentive program for qualifying associates to receive referral bonuses.
• Ways to engage in philanthropic activities in the neighborhood.
• Gain payment for interactive training and sustained progression support.
• Initiatives focusing on cultivating and advancing leaders within an organization.
• Through a pre-tax FSA for dependent care, individuals can set aside a portion of their income before taxes to cover childcare expenses.

About Panda Restaurant Group:

Panda Restaurant Group has established itself as the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant chain in the U.S., overseeing an extensive network of nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and fostering continuous personal and professional growth within its teams. Upholding core values of family, community engagement, and workplace diversity is pivotal to the ongoing success of the organization.