Assistant Executive Chef

P.F. Chang's; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Quarterly bonuses

Management training

Employee referral bonus

Exclusive discounts

Holiday closures

Lucky Cat Fund

Job summary

P.F. Chang's is hiring an Assistant Kitchen Culinary Manager or Assistant Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen and oversee culinary operations. The role includes hiring, training, inventory management, and cost control under direct supervision of the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in culinary management, strong leadership, and a focus on quality, safety, and continuous staff development in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary management experience.
• Valid driver’s license for occasional duties.
• Hands-on, fast-paced, high-volume kitchen experience.
• Experience managing and developing a team for leadership roles.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Understanding of inventory, cost of goods and financial controls.
• Ability to stand 8–10 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of safety certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational excellence in the kitchen.
• Delegate tasks and guide kitchen staff.
• Interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates.
• Develop and continually train Sous Chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepare work schedules for kitchen staff.
• Maintain safety certification requirements.
• Ensure product quality and control of food costs.
• Maintain clean and safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Staff training

Inventory control

Cost management

Food safety

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $77,992.20 - $98,012.20 / year

This position is non-exempt. The annual rate listed assumes 50 hours per week.

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $27.27 - $34.27 / hour

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
• Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Quarterly bonuses based on performance.
• Professional Development: Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career - we promote from within.
• Referral Program: Earn a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions through our employee referral program (for locations other than home location).
• Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
• Holidays: Most locations closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.

Hiring immediately for full-time Assistant Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager or Culinary Manager or Senior Kitchen Manager:

Job Summary

The Assistant Kitchen Culinary Manager or Assistant Executive Chef assists in managing the restaurant culinary team and restaurant food service operations to ensure high operating standards in the kitchen. They also assist with the hiring, training and development of the culinary team and kitchen staff, as well as assists in managing inventory and controlling costs incurred in the kitchen. The Assistant Kitchen Culinary Manager or Assistant Executive Chef reports to directly to the restaurant Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen
• Delegates tasks and gives direction to all kitchen staff
• Initial interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates
• Selection, orientation and continual development of all Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
• Prepares work schedules for Sous Chef and kitchen staff
• On-going preservation of safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
• Supervises and facilitates all training for all food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes to all kitchen staff
• Responsible for maintaining all product quality standards
• Responsible for maintaining expected food costs and inventory
• Ensures proper timing and production for food orders
• On-going performance appraisals for Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
• Holds kitchen staff accountable for dress code standards
• Oversees or completes all prep lists and ordering guides
• Completes opening and closing checklists
• Responsible for maintenance and repairs of kitchen equipment and facility
• Responsible for knowing how to work all kitchen stations proficiently
• Accountable for providing a clean and safe environment for both Team Members and Guests

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists
• Must possess a valid driver’s license to perform occasional duties such as providing shift coverage, meeting liquor license requirements (depending on the state), delivering large catering orders (which may include operating a rental truck), making supply runs, local restaurant marketing, attending offsite training and business meetings, and traveling between restaurant locations to support operations.
• Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
• Experience in managing a team, while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
• Experience in facilitating and executing an effective training program
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Understanding of managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
• Must be able to stand and walk for periods of eight to ten hours in length each shift
• Must be able to reach, bend, balance and transport various objects weighing up to 30 lbs. repeatedly during a shift. At times it might be necessary to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

Preferences

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience working in casual or upscale dining
• Experience working in a restaurant chain or franchise with established processes, systems, and accustomed to corporate structure and protocols

Why work for us?

Because it’s more than a job. We take PRIDE in creating a heart-filled, guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience, fueled by passion for our craft, respect for our people, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

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