Executive Kitchen Leader: Grow Talent & Own the Line

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(K)

Paid time off

Quarterly bonuses

Management training

Employee discounts

Job summary

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is hiring immediately for a full-time Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary team and manage restaurant food service operations.

You will recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff, manage inventory, and control costs while upholding high kitchen standards under the direction of the Operating Partner or General Manager. The role emphasizes operational excellence, staff leadership, and adherence to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience with experience writing prep lists.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for occasional duties and travel between locations.
• Experience in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall financial control.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Experience in leading and developing kitchen staff for future leadership roles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to stand 8–10 hours per shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen.
• Delegates tasks and directs kitchen staff.
• Conducts interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates.
• Selects, orients, and continually develops Sous Chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepares work schedules for Sous Chef and kitchen staff.
• Maintains safety certification requirements for kitchen staff.
• Manages inventory, cost of goods and overall financials.
• Ensures compliance with health inspections.
• Oversees training for food prep and execution of recipes.
• Ensures proper timing and production for food orders.
• Performs regular performance appraisals for staff.
• Maintains dress code standards and product quality.

Skills

Culinary management

Staff leadership

Inventory control

Cost management

Food safety

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is hiring immediately for a full-time Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary team and manage restaurant food service operations.

You will recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff, manage inventory, and control costs while upholding high kitchen standards under the direction of the Operating Partner or General Manager. The role emphasizes operational excellence, staff leadership, and adherence to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced,