Kitchen Manager Executive Chef
About The Position
The Executive Chef is a hands-on culinary and operational leader who helps lead the entire restaurant and bring P.F. Chang’s heart-filled, Guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience to life. In partnership with the Operating Partner, this role guides front-of-house and back-of-house teams, with a particular focus on kitchen operations and performance, while developing talent and delivering strong results for Guests, Team Members, and the business. The role is anchored by the PRIDE values of Passion, Respect, Innovation, Discipline, and Excellence. The Executive Chef brings energy, heart, and purpose to every plate and interaction, pays close attention to the details that define the brand, and holds the team to a high standard.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of restaurant management experience with leadership responsibility for restaurant and culinary operations, financial performance, team development, and Guest experience.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, exercise sound judgment, lead cross-functional teams, and develop leaders and Team Members.
- Proven ability to drive sales growth, meet KPI and EBITDA targets, and identify local growth opportunities.
- Strong kitchen operations and food production knowledge, including experience with food quality, inventory management, cost of goods, and P&L management.
- Proficiency with POS, corporate software, delivery, inventory, and reservation platforms.
- Maintain required Food Protection Manager, Alcohol Manager, and applicable state and local food safety certifications.
- Complete company-required training accurately and on time.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- General Manager experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead restaurant operations across hospitality and culinary; recruit, hire, onboard, coach, develop, and retain Team Members; build leadership bench strength; foster an inclusive, accountable workplace; and lead the restaurant in the Operating Partner’s absence.
- Set standards for food and beverage quality, recipe adherence, presentation, responsible alcohol service, and Guest satisfaction. Lead menu and limited-time-offer rollouts, kitchen efficiency, inventory and cost controls, and training on culinary and beverage systems.
- Create personalized, Guest-led experiences, monitor Guest feedback, resolve concerns with empathy, and coach teams to deliver consistent service and brand standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and Guest-ready restaurant through inspections, food safety and sanitation practices, preventive maintenance, and team coaching. Follow company and regulatory standards, protect company assets, and lead responses to safety, facility, or other operational incidents.
- Manage labor, food, beverage, and controllable expenses. Use forecasting, sales analysis, inventory management, and operational reporting to identify opportunities and improve results.
- Drive sales and profit growth through sound business judgment and disciplined execution, including effective use of POS, scheduling, inventory, and reporting systems.
- Build local community relationships, represent the P.F. Chang’s brand, support fundraising and community programs such as Dine to Donate events and the Lucky Cat Assistance Fund, and encourage Team Member participation.
- Perform duties such as shift coverage, bank deposits, local restaurant marketing, attending training and business meetings, and traveling between restaurant locations as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off.
- Monthly and quarterly performance bonuses.
- Paid management training and professional development, with opportunities for career advancement through promotion from within.
- Employee referral bonuses: $250 for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions at locations other than the employee’s home location.
- Exclusive employee discounts.
- Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund for qualifying Team Members experiencing hardship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
