Senior Sous Chef Kitchen Manager

Tigard, OR, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $25.35 - $32.34

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Performance incentives

Professional Development

Referral program

exclusive discounts

Holidays

Supportive community

Job Description

P.F. Chang's is a renowned restaurant chain specializing in Asian cuisine, known for its sophisticated ambiance and commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. With numerous locations across the United States and internationally, P.F. Chang's has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction. The company values passion for food, cultural diversity, and dedication to excellence, making it a respected name in the casual and upscale dining industry. P.F. Chang's focuses not only on serving delicious dishes but also on fostering a positive and supportive work environment for its employees, emphasizing growth, development, and community support.

We are currently hiring for the position of Senior Sous Chef, Senior Kitchen Manager, or Chef De Cuisine at P.F. Chang's. This full-time role offers a competitive pay range based on experience, between $72,501 and $92,492 annually, or $25.35 to $32.34 per hour. This position is non-exempt and assumes an average of 50 hours per week. As a senior culinary leader, you will guide a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen team delivering high-volume, scratch-made menu items. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, your responsibilities will include directing daily culinary operations to maintain the highest food quality and safety standards and ensuring a memorable dining experience for every guest.

This role requires someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and is passionate about mentoring and developing culinary team members. You will be leading and inspiring your team to uphold the brand's culinary standards, promoting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Additionally, you will assist with staffing functions such as scheduling, interviewing, and hiring, along with monitoring product quality through regular line checks. Your expertise in cost control, food inventory management, and adherence to safety and sanitation practices will be essential to driving the restaurant's financial success while maintaining operational excellence.

P.F. Chang's offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, and performance-based bonuses. The company supports professional growth through paid management training programs aimed at enhancing skills and career advancement, demonstrating a strong commitment to promoting from within. Employees also benefit from exclusive discounts, holidays on major dates like Thanksgiving and Christmas, and financial assistance programs during hardship. This is an exceptional opportunity for culinary professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding leadership role within a respected and growing restaurant company dedicated to celebrating life, family, and food.

Job Requirements

3+ years of prior culinary or restaurant leadership experience
experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
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 mentoring and training hourly Team Members
exposure to managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
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 operate kitchen equipment including a wok, mixer, slicer, and buffalo chopper, as well as have the ability to use knives appropriately and maintain their integrity
must be able to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

Job Qualifications

3+ years of prior culinary or restaurant leadership experience
experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
experience mentoring and training hourly Team Members
exposure to managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials

Job Duties

Lead a high volume, scratch kitchen culinary team with food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes, providing clear direction throughout the shift
ensure guest satisfaction through memorable culinary experience
develop, mentor, and inspire your culinary team to continue to learn and teach
promote a fun and positive family work environment
assist with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring
provide feedback to staff and recognition of staff
maintain product quality standards by performing regular line checks
engage in prep and line cooking activities as needed during the shift to ensure timely execution
follow and execute all state safety and sanitation guidelines
contribute to building sales and maximize financial success for the restaurant
assist with cost control and food inventories as directed by the Executive Chef