Kitchen Team Associate
@ Panda Restaurant Group

Mount Vernon, WA
$43,680
On Site
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Kitchen Team Associate

Join us as a Kitchen Team Associate at Panda Restaurant Group. We’re looking for friendly team players to cook delicious food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness for our guests. Thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. There’s always something new to learn, do, and accomplish. If you don’t have experience, we’ll train you! You’ll have opportunities to gain skills to rise in your career, and also to impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative.

Essential Functions

  • Provides exceptional dining experience by greeting guests, serving food, and handling payments.
  • Maintains cleanliness and appearance of the store.
  • Follows operations standards and safety procedures to serve quality food.
  • Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen and other positions as needed (front counter, drive through, or kitchen).
  • Collaborates with team members to achieve daily goals in a positive environment.

Qualifications

Friendly, helpful team members with operations experience preferred. Some high school education required. Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements.

Rewards and Benefits

  • Flexible schedules and great pay
  • Free meals during work hours
  • Medical, vision, dental, voluntary insurance plans
  • 401K with company match and various leave programs
  • Associate discounts, referral bonuses, and career development opportunities

ADA Statement

Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with hot surfaces, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for long periods. Effective communication and adaptability are essential.

About Panda Restaurant Group

Founded in Glendale, California in 1983, Panda Restaurant Group is the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America with nearly 2,300 global locations. We emphasize family values and community impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panda Restaurant Group is committed to equal opportunity and workplace diversity. Accommodations are available upon request. For more details, reach out via email at PandaLOA@PandaRG.com.

Compensation

Pay Range: $21 per hour - $24 per hour, determined by location and experience.

Key skills/competency

  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Food Preparation
  • Cleanliness
  • Safety Procedures
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Operational Standards
  • Community Engagement

How to Get Hired at Panda Restaurant Group

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Your Resume: Tailor your resume for kitchen roles.
  • Highlight Teamwork: Emphasize your experience in fast-paced environments.
  • Research Panda Restaurant Group: Understand their culture and benefits.
  • Prepare for Interviews: Practice questions on customer service and safety.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review food safety protocols.
Practice efficient kitchen techniques.
Learn operation safety procedures.
Familiarize with food handling standards.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in challenging situations.
Explain handling fast-paced tasks.
Share conflict resolution examples.
Discuss adaptability during change.

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