Kitchen Manager: Lead Culinary Team, Growth & Bonuses

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc.; El Paso (TX); 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 program

Referral program

Exclusive discounts

Lucky Cat Fund assistance

Holiday closures

Job summary

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary team and oversee restaurant food service operations. The role focuses on hiring, training, inventory management and cost control to sustain high kitchen standards.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, full-service环境, with emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork across all kitchen stations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience with prep list writing.
• Experience managing inventory, cost of goods and kitchen finances.
• Hands-on, fast-paced, high-volume environment experience.
• Experience in developing and leading kitchen staff.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen.
• Delegate tasks and direct kitchen staff.
• Conduct interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates.
• Hire, train and develop Sous Chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepare work schedules for Sous Chef and staff.
• Ensure safety certifications are maintained.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and financial controls.
• Maintain health inspections and product quality standards.
• Supervise training for food prep and recipes.
• Maintain proper timing and production for orders.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Cost control

Inventory management

Communication

Organizational skills

Kitchen procedures

Job description

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary team and oversee restaurant food service operations. The role focuses on hiring, training, inventory management and cost control to sustain high kitchen standards.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, full-service环境, with emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork across all kitchen stations.