Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$13.75 - $17/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$13.75 - $17/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$12 - $14.75/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$12 - $14.75/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$12 - $14.75/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$12 - $14.75/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (Indeed Event)
$12.50 - $15.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1376662-1)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1376662-1)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1352289-1)
Richmond, KY · On-site
$13 - $16/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1352289-1)
Richmond, KY · On-site
$13 - $16/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1351772-0)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1351772-0)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-5314002-1)
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$12.25 - $15/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-5314002-1)
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$12.25 - $15/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1352393-0)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1352393-0)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1352085-1)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Kitchen Team (P1-1352085-1)
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
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 ...
Assistant Culinary Manager
Lexington, KY · On-site
... operations. POSITION DETAILS * Maintain high employment standards consistent with Bloomin' Brands policies * Assist in set ups for the opening crew in the kitchen * Check schedule for in-coming team ...
Assistant Culinary Manager
Lexington, KY · On-site
... operations. POSITION DETAILS * Maintain high employment standards consistent with Bloomin' Brands policies * Assist in set ups for the opening crew in the kitchen * Check schedule for in-coming team ...
Assistant Culinary Manager
Lexington, KY · On-site
... operations. POSITION DETAILS * Maintain high employment standards consistent with Bloomin' Brands policies * Assist in set ups for the opening crew in the kitchen * Check schedule for in-coming team ...
Assistant Culinary Manager
Lexington, KY · On-site
... operations. POSITION DETAILS * Maintain high employment standards consistent with Bloomin' Brands policies * Assist in set ups for the opening crew in the kitchen * Check schedule for in-coming team ...
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Smoothie Barista
Lexington, KY · On-site
$16/hr
You'll help with smoothie prep, assist in the kitchen, and handle daily tasks that keep everything ... Support general café operations to maintain a clean, welcoming environment Requirements
New
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Smoothie Barista
Lexington, KY · On-site
$16/hr
You'll help with smoothie prep, assist in the kitchen, and handle daily tasks that keep everything ... Support general café operations to maintain a clean, welcoming environment Requirements
New
Be Seen First
Smoothie Barista
Lexington, KY · On-site
$16/hr
You'll help with smoothie prep, assist in the kitchen, and handle daily tasks that keep everything ... Support general café operations to maintain a clean, welcoming environment Requirements
New
Quick apply
Be Seen First
Smoothie Barista
Lexington, KY · On-site
$16/hr
You'll help with smoothie prep, assist in the kitchen, and handle daily tasks that keep everything ... Support general café operations to maintain a clean, welcoming environment Requirements
New
Dietary Cook
$17 - $18.75/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
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Dietary Cook
$17 - $18.75/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Cook
Danville, KY · On-site
$16/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Cook
Danville, KY · On-site
$16/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Dietary Cook
Lexington, KY · On-site
$17 - $18.75/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Dietary Cook
Lexington, KY · On-site
$17 - $18.75/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Cook
$16/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Quick apply
Cook
$16/hr
Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager. * Receive reports on meals for normal ... Supervise in the absence of the manager and assist in scheduling and assigning duties. * Quality ...
Kitchen Utility Worker
$14.75 - $17.50/hr
... safe operation of the kitchen. * As needed assist with putting away deliveries, set dining tables for next meal, * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * High School education or equivalent
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Kitchen Utility Worker
$14.75 - $17.50/hr
... safe operation of the kitchen. * As needed assist with putting away deliveries, set dining tables for next meal, * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * High School education or equivalent
Kitchen Utility Worker
Lexington, KY · On-site
$12 - $14.40/hr
... operation of the kitchen. * As needed assist with putting away deliveries, set dining tables for next meal, * Other duties as assigned. The wage range for this position is $12.00/hr - $14.40/hr ...
Kitchen Utility Worker
Lexington, KY · On-site
$12 - $14.40/hr
... operation of the kitchen. * As needed assist with putting away deliveries, set dining tables for next meal, * Other duties as assigned. The wage range for this position is $12.00/hr - $14.40/hr ...
Kitchen Operations Assistant information
See Lexington, KY salary details
$10.99 - $12.77
0% of jobs
$12.77 - $14.55
12% of jobs
$15.75 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.55 - $16.33
20% of jobs
$16.33 - $18.11
16% of jobs
The median wage is $18.36 / hr.
$18.11 - $19.90
19% of jobs
$21.53 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$19.90 - $21.68
9% of jobs
$21.68 - $23.46
11% of jobs
$23.46 - $25.24
6% of jobs
$25.24 - $27.02
3% of jobs
$27.02 - $28.80
2% of jobs
$28.80 - $30.58
2% of jobs
$10
$19
$30
How much do kitchen operations assistant jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for kitchen operations assistant in Lexington, KY is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.29 and $22.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
$13.75 - $17/hr
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Posted 28 days ago
Panda Express rating
7.2
Based on 731 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
3rd of 106 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
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.
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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