Assistant Executive Chef

Indianapolis, IN, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $70,012.80 - $90,004.20

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 casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in Asian cuisine, blending traditional Chinese flavors with a contemporary dining experience. Established with a commitment to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service, P.F. Chang's has grown across the United States and internationally, serving millions of guests annually. The brand is known for its vibrant atmosphere, diverse menu options, and dedication to culinary excellence. Working at P.F. Chang's means joining a passionate team committed to celebrating life, family, and food, making it a vibrant place for culinary professionals to grow and succeed.

We are currently hiring for the full-time position of Assistant Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, Culinary Manager, or Senior Kitchen Manager. This role is integral to maintaining high operating standards in our kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager in managing the culinary team, and ensuring the smooth running of food service operations. The position is non-exempt, with an annual salary range of $70,012.80 to $90,004.20 based on experience, equating to an hourly pay range of $24.48 to $31.47. This annual rate assumes a 50-hour workweek.

The Assistant Kitchen Culinary Manager/Assistant Executive Chef plays a critical role in hiring, training, developing kitchen staff, managing inventory, and controlling costs. The position requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and demands excellent communication, organizational, and team management skills. The primary goal of this role is to ensure operational excellence in the kitchen, uphold product quality, maintain food costs, and provide a safe and clean working environment for team members and guests alike.

At P.F. Chang's, we prioritize professional development and promote from within. This role offers the opportunity to participate in paid management training programs to further enhance your skills and advance your culinary career. Our supportive community encourages teamwork and growth, highlighted by benefits like comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k), paid time off, performance incentives, exclusive discounts, holidays off for most locations on Thanksgiving and Christmas, and financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during times of hardship. We also offer competitive pay and bonuses, a referral program, and access to exclusive employee discounts that enhance your employee experience.

Working at P.F. Chang's means being part of a brand dedicated to celebrating life through food and family. You will be contributing to a dynamic team environment focused on operational excellence, guest satisfaction, and culinary quality in a casual yet sophisticated setting. If you are a motivated culinary professional with a passion for leadership and excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to join a respected restaurant company with a commitment to fostering talent and delivering outstanding dining experiences.

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
Must possess a valid driver's license
Ability to stand and walk for periods of eight to ten hours in length each shift
Ability to reach, bend, balance and transport various objects weighing up to 30 lbs. repeatedly during a shift
Ability to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

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