PF Changs logo

PF Changs

Executive Chef

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
clock

Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00
diamond

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Monthly bonuses
annual bonuses
Paid management training
Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts
Holidays closed
financial assistance

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned American-based casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in innovative Asian cuisine and exceptional dining experiences. Founded in 1993, the company has grown to become a leader in the restaurant industry, offering a menu that fuses traditional Chinese recipes with modern flavors and techniques. With a strong commitment to quality, hospitality, and culinary excellence, P.F. Chang's provides a vibrant and welcoming environment for both its guests and employees. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive workplace culture where team members can grow professionally while delivering memorable experiences to customers across its numerous locations.

Thi... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 3+ 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 in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
  • 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 effectively executing training
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • 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

  • 3+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
  • Experience in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
  • Experience in managing a team, while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
  • Experience in facilitating and effectively executing training
  • Culinary degree or culinary certificate (preferred)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
  • Experience working in an upscale scratch kitchen concept (preferred)
  • Previous front of house restaurant management experience (preferred)

Job Duties

  • Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen
  • Delegates tasks and gives direction to all kitchen staff
  • Conducts interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates
  • Selection, orientation and continual development of all sous chefs and kitchen staff
  • Prepares work schedule for sous chef and kitchen staff
  • On-going preservation of safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
  • Responsible for managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
  • Responsible for health inspections
  • Supervises and facilitates all training for all food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes to all kitchen staff
  • 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
  • Responsible for maintaining all product quality standards
  • Responsible for maintaining expected food costs and inventory
  • 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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

OysterLink focuses on restaurant and hospitality jobs.

You may be also interested in: