Executive Chef

Edmond, OK, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $75,500.00 - $95,500.00

Benefits

comprehensive benefits

competitive pay

Performance incentives

Professional Development

Referral program

exclusive discounts

Holidays

Supportive community

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned American restaurant chain specializing in Asian cuisine, known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional dining experiences. With a strong presence across the United States and internationally, P.F. Chang's combines fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a modern approach to traditional Asian cooking, making it a popular destination for both casual and special occasion dining. The company prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests and fostering a supportive work environment for its team members. It emphasizes professional growth, diversity, and teamwork among its employees.

The position available is for a full-time salaried Executive Chef, Head Chef, or Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM) at P.F. Chang's. This vital role is dedicated to leading the culinary operations of the restaurant, ensuring that the kitchen runs efficiently and maintains the highest standards of quality and safety. The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager will be responsible for managing every aspect of the kitchen, including hiring, training, and developing the culinary team, as well as controlling inventory, food costs, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

This leadership position reports directly to the restaurant Operating Partner or General Manager and is critical to the success of the restaurant’s food service operations. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in maintaining operational excellence while nurturing a positive work culture focused on teamwork and continuous improvement. The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is expected to delegate tasks effectively, ensure proper execution and timing of food orders, and oversee all facets of kitchen management from staffing schedules to equipment maintenance.

P.F. Chang's offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, and paid time off. They provide competitive pay with monthly and annual bonuses tied to performance, reflecting the company’s commitment to rewarding hard work and leadership. Employees have access to professional development opportunities through paid management training programs designed to help them advance their careers within the company. The referral program offers bonuses for recommending new team members or management personnel. Other benefits include exclusive employee discounts, holiday closures for Thanksgiving and Christmas at most locations, and a supportive community that provides financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships.

Working as an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager at P.F. Chang's means being part of a passionate team dedicated to celebrating life, family, and food. The company values employees who are motivated by its purpose and who strive to deliver a memorable dining experience through creativity, discipline, and excellence. This position is ideal for culinary leaders who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and who are committed to upholding the highest standards in kitchen operations while also fostering growth and development within their teams.

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
bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
experience working in an upscale scratch kitchen concept preferred
previous front of house restaurant management experience preferred
culinary degree or culinary certificate 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