Cook (Indeed Event)

About the Role

Our Panda Shift Leader associates are important leaders of our team and are responsible for bringing Panda’s mission alive in our restaurants by supporting management in creating food with passion, service with heart, and ambiance with pride. As a Shift Lead, you will embrace a central role in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. Our restaurants are the heart and soul of our company, and we believe our people are the recipe for success.

Responsibilities

• Support in creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for our guests.
• Gain valuable skills managing store operations and leading the team during the shift.
• Gain hands-on experience in cooking and preparing Panda favorites for our guests.
• Develop a diverse range of skills to develop yourself and others.

Requirements

• Some high school education.
• Preferred: some Operations experience.
• Food Safety: Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense.

Work Environment

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 of time. Employees must:

• Prepare hot and cold foods, use a Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy.
• Lift up to 50 lbs., stand for up to four hours, and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers.
• Work in kitchens that are hot with high noise levels, limited storage space, and high shelving.
• Thrive in a fast-paced work environment, demonstrate effective verbal communication skills, adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

About Us

Founded in Glendale, California, in 1983, 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. We embrace family values and are proud to impact our team and the communities we work in.