Sous Chef

P.F. Chang's; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

Competitive pay and performance bonuses

Paid management training program

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

P.F. Chang's is hiring a full-time Sous Chef in Mission Viejo, California. In this role, you will lead a high-volume culinary team and ensure top-notch restaurant operations. Candidates should have at least 2 years of culinary experience and strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities include food prep, mentoring team members, and maintaining food quality standards, all while promoting a positive work environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior culinary or restaurant experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8-10 hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team in food prep and execution.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through culinary experiences.
• Mentor and inspire culinary team members.
• Maintain product quality standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Inventory management

Mentoring and training

Ability to use kitchen equipment

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Tools

Wok

Mixer

Slicer

Buffalo chopper

Job description

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): - / year

This position is non‑exempt. The annual rate listed assumes 50 hours per week.

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): - / hour

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
• Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Monthly and annual bonuses based on performance.
• Professional Development: Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career – we promote from within.
• Referral Program: Earn a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions through our employee referral program (for locations other than home location).
• Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
• Holidays: Most locations closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.

Hiring immediately for full‑time hourly Sous Chefs or Assistant Kitchen Managers.

Job Summary

The Sous Chef assists in leading a culinary team managing daily restaurant culinary and food service operations to ensure high operating standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a high volume, scratch kitchen culinary team with food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes, providing clear direction throughout the shift.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through memorable culinary experiences.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire your culinary team to continue to learn and teach.
• Promote a fun and positive family‑style work environment.
• Assist with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring.
• Provide feedback to staff and recognition of staff.
• Maintain product quality standards by performing regular line checks.
• Engage in prep and line cooking activities as needed during the shift to ensure timely execution.
• Follow and execute all state safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Contribute to building sales and maximize financial success for the restaurant.
• Assist with cost control and food inventories as directed by the Executive Chef.

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of prior culinary or restaurant experience.
• Exposure to managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials.
• Experience working in a hands‑on, fast‑paced, high volume environment.
• Experience mentoring and training hourly team members.
• Must be able to stand and walk for periods of eight to ten hours in length each shift.
• Must be able to reach, bend, balance and transport various objects weighing up to 30 lbs. repeatedly during a shift; at times it might be necessary to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to operate kitchen equipment including a wok, mixer, slicer, and buffalo chopper, as well as have the ability to use knives appropriately and maintain their integrity.
• Must be able to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen.

Preferences

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience working in casual or upscale dining.
• Experience working in a restaurant chain or franchise with established processes, systems, and accustomed to corporate structure and protocols.