Executive Chef

Scottsdale, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $89,000.00 - $109,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

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 American-based restaurant chain specializing in Asian cuisine with a contemporary twist. Founded with the vision to deliver a high-quality dining experience, it has grown into a well-established brand known for its inviting atmosphere, exceptional service, and delectable menu offerings. With locations across the United States and globally, P.F. Chang's combines fresh ingredients, innovative culinary techniques, and skillfully crafted recipes to create memorable guests experiences. The company places a strong emphasis on community, teamwork, and career growth, making it a sought-after employer in the restaurant industry.

Currently, P.F. Chang's is hiring immediately for full-time salaried Executive Chef, Head Chef, or Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM) roles. These leadership positions are integral to the restaurant's culinary success, focusing on managing the kitchen operations effectively and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service. The salary range for these roles is competitive, falling between $89,000 and $109,000 per year, depending on experience. Working as an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager at P.F. Chang's means leading a dynamic culinary team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while fostering employee development and operational excellence.

The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager reports directly to the restaurant Operating Partner or General Manager and holds responsibility for overseeing all culinary operations. This includes hiring, training, and developing sous chefs and kitchen staff, managing inventory, cost controls, and maintaining compliance with safety and health regulations. The role demands strong leadership, organizational skills, and a hands-on approach to managing kitchen stations and processes.

Beyond the day-to-day kitchen management, this position champions the preservation of safety certifications, manages health inspections, and ensures proper execution of menu items, guiding the kitchen team for on-time food production and service. Performance appraisals and maintaining high product quality standards are part of the role’s ongoing responsibilities.

P.F. Chang's also prioritizes a supportive workplace, offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Additional perks include performance-based bonuses, a robust professional development program with paid management training, an employee referral program with substantial bonuses, exclusive employee discounts, and holidays off at most locations on Thanksgiving and Christmas. The company fosters a community-oriented culture, demonstrating care for its team members through financial assistance during hardships via the Lucky Cat Fund.

Joining P.F. Chang's as an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is not only an opportunity to advance your culinary career but also to be part of a vibrant, purpose-driven team. The company's mission to celebrate life, family, and food translates into a passionate work environment where leadership, innovation, and teamwork thrive. Aspiring candidates will find a rewarding career path with opportunities to grow within the organization and contribute meaningfully to the brand's ongoing success.

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
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

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