Your role as a Culinary Team Member is crucial to our kitchen and overall dining experience. Join us in crafting delicious dishes with passion, providing heartfelt service, and creating a warm ambiance for our guests.
As a key member of our kitchen team, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where your culinary skills will shine. You will have the opportunity to:
- Help create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for our guests.
- Prepare dishes that meet our high company standards.
- Lead and assist in training fellow kitchen team members.
- Handle all essential Back of House operations.
How we reward you: - Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
- Competitive pay rates.
- Enjoy free meals while working at our restaurant.
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance for full-time associates.
- Access to Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts.
- 401K plan with company match.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave for eligible associates.
- Employee discounts on a variety of brands.
- Referral bonuses for eligible associates.
- Opportunities to give back to your community.
- Hands-on paid training designed for your success.
- Continuous career and leadership development opportunities.
- Pathways for growth into management roles.
Note: Candidates must meet and maintain eligibility requirements for benefits to qualify.
Qualifications: - Some high school education required.
- Previous kitchen/operations experience preferred.
- Comply with local food safety requirements, such as obtaining Food Handler certification at your own expense.
Work Environment: Our kitchens can be hot with steam and food vapors, and you'll often need to stand for long periods. You'll prepare both hot and cold food, and use various kitchen equipment. Being able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a high-paced setting is essential.
About Us: Since our founding in Glendale, California, we have grown to become the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in the U.S. With nearly 2,300 locations worldwide, our mission is to provide exceptional dining experiences while fostering an organization where our team members are empowered to enhance their lives.
We celebrate diversity in all its forms, recognizing the strength it brings to our workplace. If you believe you need accommodations during the application process, we encourage you to reach out to us.