Senior Kitchen Leader: High-Volume, Mentorship & Growth

P.F. Chang's; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 72,501 - 92,492; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonuses

Management training

Referral program

Employee discounts

Holiday closures

Lucky Cat Fund

Job summary

P.F. Chang's in Mesa, AZ is hiring immediately for a Senior Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager or Chef De Cuisine. You will lead a culinary team in a high-volume, scratch kitchen, ensuring quality and consistency from prep to plate.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will mentor teammates, manage line checks, assist with scheduling, and help drive cost control while upholding safety and sanitation standards. This role offers professional development through a paid management training program and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of prior culinary or restaurant leadership experience.
• Hands-on, fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for occasional duties.
• Experience mentoring hourly Team Members.
• Exposure to managing inventory, cost of goods and financials.
• Ability to stand/walk 8–10 hours; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume, scratch kitchen culinary team with food prep and execution of menu items.
• Provide clear direction throughout the shift.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through memorable culinary experience.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire your culinary team.
• Promote a fun and positive work environment.
• Assist with scheduling, interviewing and hiring.
• Provide feedback and recognition to staff.
• Maintain product quality via regular line checks.
• Engage in prep and line cooking as needed for timely execution.
• Enforce state safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Contribute to sales growth and financial performance.
• Assist with cost control and food inventories as directed.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff mentoring

Inventory management

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Shift scheduling

Job description

P.F. Chang's in Mesa, AZ is hiring immediately for a Senior Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager or Chef De Cuisine. You will lead a culinary team in a high-volume, scratch kitchen, ensuring quality and consistency from prep to plate.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will mentor teammates, manage line checks, assist with scheduling, and help drive cost control while upholding safety and sanitation standards. This role offers professional development through a paid management training program and