Executive Chef

PF Changs China Bistro; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonuses

Referral program

Discounts for employees

Holidays off (Thanksgiving & Christmas

Lucky Cat Fund assistance

Job summary

PF Changs China Bistro is hiring for a full-time Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary team and operations. You will hire, train and develop staff, manage inventory and control costs, and ensure high standards of food quality and service across the kitchen.

The role requires 3+ years in culinary management, hands-on leadership, and the ability to travel for occasional duties. A culinary degree or certificate is preferred, with opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists.
• Valid driver’s license for occasional duties and travel between locations.
• Experience in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall financial control.
• Hands-on, fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead a team and develop employees for future leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence in the kitchen and high food quality.
• Delegate tasks and direct kitchen staff; manage prep lists and schedules.
• Participate in interviews and hire kitchen staff; train and develop Sous Chefs.
• Maintain safety certifications and compliance; oversee inventory and costs.
• Ensure health inspections readiness and proper inventory controls.
• Oversee opening/closing procedures and housekeeping of kitchen facilities.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Inventory management

Team development

Training staff

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

P.F. Chang’s Pay Range (based on experience): $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / 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.