Assistant Executive Chef

Pomona, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $77,992.20 - $98,012.20

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Performance incentives

Employee Discounts

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Asian-inspired cuisine. Known for its innovative dishes and vibrant atmosphere, P.F. Chang's has established itself as a popular dining destination across the United States and internationally. With a commitment to quality food, exceptional service, and a dynamic work environment, the company fosters growth and development opportunities for its employees. The restaurant chain emphasizes a culture where passion for food and hospitality are celebrated alongside a strong sense of community among team members and guests alike. In addition to its welcoming atmosphere, P.F. Chang's offers competitive compensation, including a pay range of $77,992.20 to $98,012.20 annually based on experience, translating to an hourly rate of $27.27 to $34.27 for non-exempt positions assuming a 50-hour workweek. The company provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, performance bonuses, and exclusive employee discounts. They also offer professional development through paid management training programs to help employees advance their careers. With a focus on promoting from within, P.F. Chang's encourages team members to grow and succeed within the company. Additional benefits include referral bonuses, holiday closures on Thanksgiving and Christmas at most locations, and a supportive community aid fund known as the Lucky Cat Fund for qualifying team members facing hardships.

The role available is for a full-time Assistant Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager, also referred to as a Culinary Manager or Senior Kitchen Manager. This position is crucial in managing the restaurant's culinary team and overseeing kitchen operations to ensure high standards are consistently met. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager, the Assistant Executive Chef supports the hiring, training, and ongoing development of kitchen personnel. They play a key role in managing inventory and controlling kitchen costs while maintaining quality standards in food preparation and production. The role demands a hands-on approach, with responsibilities including assigning tasks, supervising kitchen workflows, maintaining safety certifications, and upholding sanitary and dress code standards. This leadership position requires the candidate to be capable of proficiently operating all kitchen stations and ensuring effective communication and coordination within the culinary team. The Assistant Executive Chef is accountable for preserving the operational excellence of the kitchen, managing food costs and inventory, and providing a clean, safe environment for both team members and guests. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals with at least two years of management experience looking to grow within a supportive, innovative restaurant environment dedicated to celebrating life, family, food, and community.

Job Requirements

2+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists
Must possess a valid driver's license to perform occasional duties such as providing shift coverage, meeting liquor license requirements depending on the state, delivering large catering orders which may include operating a rental truck, making supply runs, local restaurant marketing, attending offsite training and business meetings, and traveling between restaurant locations to support operations
Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
Experience in managing a team while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
Experience in facilitating and executing an effective training program
Effective communication and organizational skills
Understanding of managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
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 work around various levels of temperature including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

Job Qualifications

2+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists
Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
Experience in managing a team while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
Experience in facilitating and executing an effective training program
Effective communication and organizational skills
Understanding of managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials

Job Duties

Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen
Delegates tasks and gives direction to all kitchen staff
Initial interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates
Selection, orientation and continual development of all sous chefs and kitchen staff
Prepares work schedules for sous chef and kitchen staff
On-going preservation of safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
Supervises and facilitates all training for all food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes to all kitchen staff
Responsible for maintaining all product quality standards
Responsible for maintaining expected food costs and inventory
Ensures proper timing and production for food orders
On-going performance appraisals for sous chefs and kitchen staff
Holds kitchen staff accountable for dress code standards
Oversees or completes all prep lists and ordering guides
Completes opening and closing checklists
Responsible for maintenance and repairs of kitchen equipment and facility
Responsible for knowing how to work all kitchen stations proficiently
Accountable for providing a clean and safe environment for both team members and guests