Restaurant Dishwasher - Wasabi Job Listing at Panda Restaurant Group in Universal City, CA (Job ID P1-1360000-1)

Description

Are you Craving a Career? Ready for Growth?

COME SEE WHY PANDA MIGHT BE THE RIGHT PLACE!

At Panda, we all share a common mission: "Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives." We invest in our people because great people run great operations that will exceed our guests' expectations. Talk to any of our associates and you will experience a culture dedicated to its mission and our five fundamental values- Proactive, Respect/Win-Win, Growth, Great Operations, and Giving.

Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese grill concept. The family owned and operated company is still run by founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng.

Panda offers competitive benefits and rewarding opportunities, from entry-level positions to management. We have restaurant positions available nationwide and support center positions in Rosemead, CA. Come join the nation's largest and fastest growing Asian restaurant company.

Our continued growth in this location has created new career opportunities for Management, Crew Members, and Kitchen Team Members!!! Come join us!

Summary of Job Description:

Ensure all used pans, utensils, serving ware, dishes, silverware & glassware is cleaned, sanitized and replace in proper storage.

As an Associate, you will be required to uphold a high standard of integrity and ethics in order to comply with all Company Policies. Additionally, we require our Associates to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for Guests and Associates alike, in an open-kitchen environment where you regularly encounter and interact with individuals of all ages, including minors and seniors.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  Applicants can review information about the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers at the following link: https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FCOE-Official-Notice-Eng-Final-8.30.2024.pdf.

Essential Functions:

• Operate dishwasher to wash, rinse and sanitize plates, silverware and glassware
• Rinse, wash and sanitize cooking, storage and serving utensils and containers using the cleaning products provided
• Keep the sinks and drains clean and free of trash or blockages; perform basic maintenance and cleaning on the dishwasher machine
• Sort and replace utensils, plates, silverware, etc. promptly in proper storage places, after they are dry
• Use proper safety procedures when cleaning glassware, knives, slicer blades and any other tools with sharp edges; handle such items without causing harm to self or others
• Sweep and mop the floor, wipe or sanitize equipment and work surfaces as often as needed to maintain a safe and sanitary workplace; clean walls, storage, work surfaces & equipment according to established schedule
• Remove trash bins and empty them at central location as often as needed.
• Lift and carry containers of food between storage, work stations and counter areas as needed to perform or to assist others in performing their duties
• Assist in storing supplies and deliveries as needed
• Check supplies of cleaning sanitizing products daily and alert Kitchen Manager if supplies are low

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.

Job Requirements:

• Follow instructions and procedures without deviation through many repetitions and without constant supervision
• Work under pressure at peak periods

 Pay Range: $16.90 - $23.66 / Hour*

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

Work Environment:

Dishwashing work space is restricted with no seating while on duty. It is usually hot and noisy. The floors are often slippery with water, grease and pieces of food. Cleaning products contain hazardous chemicals. Water is maintained at 120-140oF in the rinse sink. Many kitchen tools are sharp. Storage is limited & often shelving is high up. 

Equipment Used: Cleaning products & dishwasher machine.

Protective Clothing Recommended: Close-toed, rubber-soled shoes, hair restraint e.g. cook's hat, rubber gloves for cleaning tasks, lifting belt, disposable "sleeves" to guard against grease splashes.

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 2,300 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:

We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.

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 accommodations.  If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team vie email at PandaLOA@PandaRG.com.