Executive Chef & Kitchen Manager – Growth & Benefits

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Management training program

Employee referral program

Employee discounts

Holiday observance

Job summary

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is hiring an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team across multiple locations in a full-time salaried role. You will hire, train, and develop culinary staff while managing inventory and costs to uphold top food standards.

The position reports to the Operating Partner or General Manager, with responsibilities for safety, scheduling, and performance management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience, including managing and writing prep lists.
• Strong leadership and staff development abilities.
• Experience managing inventory and financials in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand 8–10 hours per shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence in the kitchen
• Delegate tasks and provide direction to kitchen staff
• Conduct interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates
• Oversee selection, orientation, and continual development of Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
• Prepare work schedules for Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
• Maintain safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
• Manage inventory, cost of goods, and overall financial controls
• Ensure compliance with health inspections
• Train kitchen staff on food preparation, procedures, and recipes
• Coordinate timing and production for food orders
• Perform ongoing performance appraisals for Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
• Enforce dress code standards for kitchen staff
• Maintain product quality standards and food costs
• Oversee prep lists and ordering guides
• Complete opening and closing checklists
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs of kitchen equipment and facilities
• Demonstrate proficiency across kitchen stations
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for Team Members and Guests

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Inventory management

Cost control

Training

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is hiring an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team across multiple locations in a full-time salaried role. You will hire, train, and develop culinary staff while managing inventory and costs to uphold top food standards.

The position reports to the Operating Partner or General Manager, with responsibilities for safety, scheduling, and performance management in a fast-paced environment.