Restaurant Kitchen Help

About the Role

Ensure a constant and adequate supply of ingredients are prepared according to company specifications and local health regulations; assist in maintaining a clean and well-organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meats, fish, and vegetables for cooking according to company specifications for size, quantity, and recipe, using Chinese knife, meat slicer, and food processor as needed.
• Help to marinate meats and other ingredients according to company recipe and procedure.
• Ensure that all food ingredients are prepared in a safe and sanitary manner, following relevant health regulations.
• Keep the Apportioner's cold table stocked with all ingredients.
• Sweep, mop the floor, and wipe or sanitize equipment and work surfaces as often as needed to maintain a safe and sanitary workplace.
• Lift and carry containers of food items between storage, work stations, and counter areas as needed to perform or assist others in performing their duties.
• Perform side jobs as assigned, and other kitchen duties involving lifting, carrying, and cleaning as needed.
• Assist Dishwasher at peak periods when needed.
• Assist Cook(s) in replenishing supplies of spices at Cook's station.
• Assist Kitchen Manager or Cook in receiving procedures, check samples for freshness/quality, and lift containers into storage.

Requirements

• Lift and carry 50 lbs vertically.
• Stand without sitting for up to 5 hours.
• Reach at least 36" horizontally and vertically.
• Perform repetitious cutting/slicing motions at high speed and in a safe manner using a Chinese cook's knife.
• Practice good personal hygiene at all times.
• Follow instructions and procedures without deviation through many repetitions and without constant supervision.
• Work and respond quickly to instructions under pressure at peak periods.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance for full-time associates
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance
• Health Care 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
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands-on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing career and leadership development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

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Pay

Pay Range: $20 per hour - $23 per hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use a Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly without losing accuracy. Kitchens are hot, noise levels are usually high, and storage space is limited with high shelving. Employees must work in a fast-paced environment, have effective verbal communication skills, adapt to changing priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.