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PF Changs

Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $95,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Monthly bonus
Annual bonus
Paid management training program
Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts
holiday closures
Financial Assistance Program

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain known for its innovative Asian cuisine and vibrant dining experience. Established in 1993, the company has grown to become a leader in the restaurant industry, offering guests a unique blend of Eastern and Western flavors crafted from scratch using fresh ingredients. With locations across the United States and internationally, P.F. Chang's prides itself on delivering exceptional food quality, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates life, family, and food.

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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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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