Sous Chef Kitchen Manager

P.F. Chang's; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

P.F. Chang's is seeking a Sous Chef Kitchen Manager to lead a dynamic culinary team in a fast-paced environment. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, and stimulating a positive work atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have significant culinary experience and a passion for excellence. As part of our growing brand, you'll benefit from competitive pay, bonuses, and ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

401(K) retirement plan

Paid management training

Free meals during shifts

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior culinary or restaurant experience.
• Experience mentoring and training hourly team members.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and maintain safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high volume culinary team in food preparation and execution.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and maintain product quality standards.
• Assist with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring culinary staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Inventory Management

Culinary Techniques

Customer Satisfaction

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

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Benefits We Offer

• Eligible for medical, dental, 401(K) retirement plan and paid time off
• Competitive pay and bonus eligibility
• Paid management training program
• Opportunity to work with a growing brand with advancement opportunities and ongoing development we promote from within
• Uniform (chefs coat / hat) provided at no cost
• Food provided free meal per shift
• Employee referral program - Refer a friend for a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions (for locations other than home location)
• Exclusive employee discounts
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas at most locations
• Financial support from the employee-funded Lucky Cat Fund Assistance during times of hardship for qualifying team members
  
  
  

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
• Assists with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring
• Provides feedback to staff and recognition of staff
• Responsible for maintaining product quality standards by performing regular line checks
• Will engage in prep and line cooking activities as needed during the shift to ensure timely execution
• Accountable for following and executing all state safety and sanitation guidelines
• Contributes to building sales and maximize financial success for the restaurant
• Assists 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
  
  
  

Why work for us?

Because its more than a job. We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose: To celebrate life, family, and food.

P.F. Changs is a unique concept like no other restaurant; a scratch kitchen and concept you can take pride in. We believe in P.F. Changs 30+ years strong and still growing, sharing, and celebrating each day!

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P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $58,000.80 - $72,987.20 / year

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

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $20.28 - $25.52 / hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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