Executive Chef

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Referral bonuses

Employee discounts

Holidays off (Thanksgiving/Christmas)

Lucky Cat Fund assistance

Job summary

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef or Head Chef to oversee culinary operations, lead the kitchen team, and manage food quality and costs in Baton Rouge. You will hire, train, and develop staff, while controlling inventory and standardizing procedures across shifts.

The role requires 3+ years of kitchen management, strong leadership, and the ability to work in a high-volume environment. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience with prep-list responsibilities.
• Experience managing inventory and cost of goods.
• Ability to lead a hands-on kitchen team in a high-volume environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen and directing staff.
• Conducts interviews and develops kitchen talent; schedules and training.
• Manage inventory, cost of goods, and financial controls.
• Ensure health inspections readiness and safety standards.
• Oversee prep, timing, and execution of menu items.
• Complete opening and closing checklists and maintain equipment.
• Maintain product quality and adhere to food costs and inventory.
• Supervise kitchen staff and enforce dress code.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Inventory control

Cost control

Training & development

Communication

Physical stamina

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $75,500.00 - $95,500.00 / year

Benefits We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off. Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Monthly and annual 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 salaried Executive Chef or Head Chef or Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM):

Job Summary:

The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing the restaurant culinary team and restaurant food service operations to ensure high operating standards in the kitchen. This includes the hiring, training and development of the culinary team and kitchen staff, as well as managing inventory and controlling costs incurred in the kitchen. The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager reports to directly to the restaurant Operating Partner or General Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen Delegates tasks and gives direction to all kitchen staff
• Conducts interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates Selection, orientation and continual development of all Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
• Prepares work schedule for Sous Chef and kitchen staff
• On-going preservation of safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
• Responsible for managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
• Responsible for health inspections
• Supervises and facilitates all training for all food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes to all kitchen staff
• 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
• Responsible for maintaining all product quality standards
• Responsible for maintaining expected food costs and inventory
• 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:

• 3+ 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 in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
• 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 effectively executing training
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• 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 an upscale scratch kitchen concept
• Previous front of house restaurant management experience
• Culinary degree or culinary certificate

Why work for us?

Because it’s more than a job. We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose: To Celebrate Life. Family. Food.

Our Heritage

Whether it's an Asian design, a new twist on a classic dish, or a pair of chopsticks, we embrace our Asian heritage whenever and wherever we can. The fresh ingredients and pure cooking methods that we use every day in our kitchens have been the same since our inception in 1993. Today, we have 210+ U.S. restaurants, including airport locations, as well as 100+ international locations in more than 22 countries across the globe.

Our Purpose

Our purpose is to Celebrate Life. Family. Food. We treat our team members like family, and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We love to learn and grow, to challenge and be challenged, and our ultimate goal is to do our best, no matter what we are doing. We live to serve others and strive to make our guests’ lives better through joyful hospitality!