Line Cook & Wok Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Growth Path

PF Changs China Bistro; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Discounted meals

Referral program

Team member discounts

Closed on holidays

Job summary

P.F. Chang’s is hiring for immediate full-time or part-time Line Cooks, Wok Cooks, Cooks, Chef De Partie, or Station Chef. You will prepare and cook all food items to company specifications, plate foods under chef guidance, and maintain kitchen safety and sanitation.

No prior experience is required—we train you on the job. A current Food Handler’s Card is preferred, or we will help you obtain one. This role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay, benefits eligibility, and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Previous experience is not required - we will train you!
• Have a current Food Handler's Card where applicable, or we will help you obtain.
• A love for food and an eye for detail with cooking; knowing weights, measurements, and volumes.
• Ability to learn restaurant menu and recipes.
• Knowledge of all chemicals used in the building.
• Excellent customer service skills and etiquette.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced teamwork environment.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 30 lbs. and continuously bend, reach and twist.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all food items to company specifications
• Plates prepared foods based on chef’s guidance
• Responsible for the setup, operation, break down, and cleaning of all kitchen equipment
• May need to assist with washing dishes, sweeping/mopping floors, cleaning and maintaining equipment, sanitizing utensils, etc.
• Uphold our high restaurant kitchen sanitation and food service safety standards

Skills

Food handling

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Job description

P.F. Chang’s is hiring for immediate full-time or part-time Line Cooks, Wok Cooks, Cooks, Chef De Partie, or Station Chef. You will prepare and cook all food items to company specifications, plate foods under chef guidance, and maintain kitchen safety and sanitation.

No prior experience is required—we train you on the job. A current Food Handler’s Card is preferred, or we will help you obtain one. This role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay, benefits eligibility, and opportunities to grow