Kitchen Team Member
Job Summary of Kitchen Team Member:
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 Kitchen Team Member:
- Develop a vibrant and inviting setting for those arriving.
- Cook and assemble menu items following the prescribed recipes and quality benchmarks set by the company.
- Provide support in training and managing kitchen team members.
- Take care of all tasks in the kitchen's backstage area, involving food preparation, cooking, and cleaning responsibilities.
Qualifications and Experience of Kitchen Team Member:
- Having some high school experience is advantageous in this field.
- Ideal candidates will have a background in managing restaurant operations.
- Meeting the local food safety certification obligations involves obtaining a Food Handler certification with expenses covered by the individual.
Benefits of Kitchen Team Member:
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Competitive pay.
- No-cost meals provided as a perk for working.
- Eligible full-time team members have the option to select from a variety of medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance plans.
- The purpose of health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts is to provide a tax-efficient way for individuals to manage their medical and child care expenses.
- A retirement investment account with an employer matching feature in a 401(k) setup.
- Paid leave for vacation, illness, and bereavement is a standard offering in the workplace.
- Price reductions for affiliates when buying from certain brands.
- Reward system for associates eligible for referrals to earn bonuses.
- Options for giving back to the local community.
- Acquire compensation for experiential learning and continuous development guidance.
- Opportunities for the growth and advancement of leadership competencies.
- The pre-tax dependent care flexible spending account allows participants to use pre-tax dollars to pay for childcare services.
About Panda Restaurant Group:
Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family owned American Chinese restaurant company in the U.S., with nearly 2,300 locations worldwide. We’re dedicated to delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences and inspiring personal growth within our teams. Our commitment to family values, community involvement, and workplace diversity drives our continued success.