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Cook Kitchen Helper Jobs in Quincy, WA (NOW HIRING)

You'll get opportunities to gain skills that help you rise in your career, no matter where you go ... Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and ...

Service Team

Wenatchee, WA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

You'll get opportunities to gain skills that help you rise in your career, no matter where you go ... Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and ...

Busser/Host

Wenatchee, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $17.53/hr

Seek first to help - Dedicated to results - Optimism in action - Solution seekers BUSSER/HOST JOB ... In the kitchen there is exposure to hot cooking surfaces and moderate noise levels. The atmosphere ...

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How much do cook kitchen helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook kitchen helper in Quincy, WA is $15.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $16.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cook Kitchen Helper vs Kitchen Assistant?

AspectCook Kitchen HelperKitchen Assistant
ResponsibilitiesAssists in food prep, cleaning, and basic cooking tasksSupports kitchen staff with cleaning, prep, and stocking
CredentialsNone typically required, some food safety trainingNone typically required, may have basic food safety knowledge
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, cafeteriasCommercial kitchens, restaurants, catering services
Industry UsageCommonly used in food service establishmentsOften used interchangeably with Cook Kitchen Helper

Both roles support kitchen operations but the Cook Kitchen Helper typically performs more direct food prep and cooking assistance, while the Kitchen Assistant focuses on general support tasks like cleaning and stocking. The roles often overlap, but the Cook Kitchen Helper may have more involvement in food preparation.

What are the duties of a cook kitchen helper?

A cook kitchen helper assists with food preparation, such as washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients, and helps with basic cooking tasks under supervision. They also maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, organize supplies, and ensure food safety standards are followed.

What does a cook kitchen helper do?

A cook kitchen helper assists with food preparation, cleaning, and organizing in a kitchen environment. They may handle tasks such as washing dishes, chopping ingredients, and supporting cooks to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Basic knowledge of food safety and use of kitchen tools are often required.
Panda Restaurant Group
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees

$19 - $22/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional dining experience to guests by greeting them, serving food, and handling payments.

  • Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the store.

  • Follow operations standards and safety procedures to serve fresh and quality food.


Panda Express rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 741 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 108 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

Join us as a Kitchen Team Associate

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 get opportunities to gain skills that help you rise in your career, no matter where you go. We’re all about giving back, so you’ll also get the chance to impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative. Let’s work together.


Essential Functions for Kitchen Team Associates:

  • Provides exceptional dining experience to Guests – Greeting Guests, Serving food and handling payments at cash register
  • Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the store
  • Follows Operations Standards and Safety Procedure to serve fresh and quality food
  • Works efficiently in fast paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions – Front counter, Drive Through or Kitchen 
  • Work effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment.


Qualification:

  • Friendly and helpful team members 
  • Operations experience is a plus
  • Some high school
  • Food Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense


How we reward you:**


  • Flexible schedules
  • Great pay
  • Free meals while working at Panda
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associates
  • 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
  • On-Going Career & Leadership Development
  • Opportunities for growth into management positions
  • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.


**Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

ADA Statement:

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table 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 Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, 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. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You’re wanted here:

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to TASupport@PandaRG.com.

Pay Range: $19 per hour - $22 per hour


*Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.


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About Panda Express

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Panda Express is a leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, specializing in American Chinese cuisine. It was established in 1983 in Glendale, California by Andrew and Peggy Cherng and has grown to become the largest Asian segment restaurant chain in the United States, with in excess of 2,200 locations. Its headquarters are located in Rosemead, California. The eatery offers a variety of menu items, including their signature dish, Orange Chicken, along with other favorites like Kung Pao Chicken and Beef and Broccoli. Guided by their mission to "deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences," Panda Express is beloved by many for its convenience, consistently high quality, and innovative twists on traditional Chinese dishes.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Rosemead, CA, US