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PF Changs

Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager

Birmingham, AL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $71,250.00 - $90,250.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
performance bonuses
Employee Discounts

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned restaurant chain specializing in Asian cuisine, known for its unique blend of traditional Chinese recipes and contemporary flavors. Established as a leader in the casual dining sector, P.F. Chang's combines exceptional food quality with a vibrant ambiance that appeals to guests seeking a complete dining experience. With locations across the United States and internationally, the company focuses on delivering high customer satisfaction through well-trained staff and a welcoming atmosphere.

The Executive Chef or Head Chef position at P.F. Chang’s is a full-time, salaried role designed for experienced culinary professionals seeking to lead and inspire ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 3 plus 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, 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

  • Culinary degree or culinary certificate
  • Experience in managing culinary teams and kitchen operations
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Experience working in high volume, fast paced kitchens
  • Experience in managing inventory, cost control, and financial oversight
  • Experience in facilitating and executing training programs
  • Proven ability to develop employees for leadership roles
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
  • Experience working in upscale scratch kitchen concepts 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)

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