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Panda Restaurant Group

Kitchen Team (P1-1376654-0)

Bend, OR · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Kitchen Team (P1-1350626-0)

Salem, OR · On-site

$14 - $17.25/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Kitchen Team (P1-1375360-6)

Salem, OR · On-site

$14 - $17.25/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Kitchen Team (P1-1351407-0)

Canby, OR · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

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 ...

Panda Restaurant Group

Kitchen Team (P1-1351689-0)

Bend, OR · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

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 ...

Market of Choice

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

The Cedar Mill Market of Choice is now hiring for an Assistant Kitchen Manager. This position ... Applicants should have open availability including evenings and weekends. You must be 18 years or ...

Market of Choice

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

The Cedar Mill Market of Choice is now hiring for an Assistant Kitchen Manager. This position ... Applicants should have open availability including evenings and weekends. You must be 18 years or ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Kitchen Assistant vs Part-Time Kitchen Staff?

AspectWeekend Kitchen AssistantPart-Time Kitchen Staff
CredentialsBasic food safety and hygiene certifications often preferredSimilar certifications typically required
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafes, catering services, mainly weekendsRestaurants, cafes, catering, flexible hours
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in hospitality and food service sectorsWidely used across food service establishments
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for weekend work optionsCompared for flexible, part-time roles

The Weekend Kitchen Assistant and Part-Time Kitchen Staff roles share similar responsibilities and work environments, often requiring comparable certifications. The main difference lies in scheduling focus, with Weekend Kitchen Assistants primarily working on weekends, while Part-Time Kitchen Staff may have more flexible hours throughout the week. Both roles are essential in hospitality settings and are frequently searched for by individuals seeking flexible food service jobs.

How to start working in a kitchen with no experience?

To start as a weekend kitchen assistant with no experience, apply for entry-level positions that offer on-the-job training. Demonstrating reliability, a willingness to learn, and basic hygiene knowledge can help you get hired; some roles may require food safety certifications which can be obtained quickly. Gaining familiarity with kitchen tools and cleanliness standards is beneficial for success in the role.
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Kitchen Team (P1-1352456-1)

Kitchen Team (P1-1352456-1)

Panda Restaurant Group

Hermiston, OR • On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Panda Express rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 719 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 103 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 .

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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

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