Assistant Executive Chef

Aurora, CO, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $27.27 - $34.27

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Monthly bonuses

annual bonuses

Paid management training

Referral Bonus

Employee Discounts

holidays off

financial assistance

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned global restaurant brand specializing in Asian-inspired cuisine. With a reputation for offering high-quality dishes combined with a vibrant dining atmosphere, P.F. Chang's has become a beloved destination for food lovers seeking an exceptional culinary experience. The company prides itself on innovation, tradition, and an unwavering commitment to delivering excellent customer service. As a part of a large hospitality group, P.F. Chang's supports a wide range of career opportunities and a strong culture centered around teamwork, respect, and professional growth.

This position is for the role of Assistant Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager at P.F. Chang's, available as a full-time job. The pay range, based on experience, is $77,992.20 to $98,012.20 per year, equivalent to $27.27 to $34.27 per hour, assuming a 50-hour workweek. The role is non-exempt, making it eligible for overtime pay. The Assistant Executive Chef or Culinary Manager plays a key role in overseeing kitchen operations to maintain the highest standards of food quality and safety, in addition to managing and developing the culinary team.

The Assistant Executive Chef works closely with the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager to ensure smooth daily kitchen functions and supports recruitment, training, and continuous improvement of kitchen staff. Responsibilities also include inventory management, cost control, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This role demands leadership, excellent communication, and organizational skills, as well as hands-on culinary expertise in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Working at P.F. Chang's offers numerous benefits, including comprehensive health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision; a 401(k) plan; paid time off; competitive pay with performance-based bonuses; and professional development opportunities through paid management training programs. Employees also enjoy referral bonuses, access to exclusive discounts, holidays off at most locations for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and support from the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships. The company fosters a supportive community focused on celebrating life, family, and food, inviting passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments to apply and grow within the organization.

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, delivering large catering orders, 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