Hiring immediately for full-time hourly Sous Chefs or Assistant Kitchen Managers.

Benefits We Offer:

Eligible for medical, dental, 401(K) retirement plan and paid time offCompetitive pay and bonus eligibilityPaid management training programOpportunity to work with a growing brand with advancement opportunities and ongoing development – we promote from withinUniform (chef’s coat / hat) provided at no costFood provided – free meal per shiftEmployee referral program - Refer a friend for a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions (for locations other than home location)Exclusive employee discountsClosed on Thanksgiving and Christmas at most locationsFinancial support from the employee-funded Lucky Cat Fund Assistance during times of hardship for qualifying team members

Job Summary:

The Sous Chef assists in leading a culinary team managing daily restaurant culinary and food service operations to ensure high operating standards.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead a high volume, scratch kitchen culinary team with food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes, providing clear direction throughout the shiftEnsure guest satisfaction through memorable culinary experiencesDevelop, mentor, and inspire your culinary team to continue to learn and teachPromote a fun and positive family-style work environmentAssists with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring Provides feedback to staff and recognition of staffResponsible for maintaining product quality standards by performing regular line checksWill engage in prep and line cooking activities as needed during the shift to ensure timely executionAccountable for following and executing all state safety and sanitation guidelinesContributes to building sales and maximize financial success for the restaurantAssists with cost control and food inventories as directed by the Executive Chef

Job Requirements:

2+ years of prior culinary or restaurant experienceExposure to managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environmentExperience mentoring and training hourly team membersMust be able to stand and walk for periods of eight to ten hours in length each shiftMust 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 integrityMust be able to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

Preferences:

Bilingual in English and SpanishExperience working in casual or upscale diningExperience working in a restaurant chain or franchise with established processes, systems, and accustomed to corporate structure and protocols

Why work for us?

Because it’s more than a job.  We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose:  To celebrate life, family, and food.

P.F. Chang’s is a unique concept like no other restaurant; a scratch kitchen and concept you can take pride in.  We believe in P.F. Chang’s – 30+ years strong and still growing, sharing, and celebrating each day!

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P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $63,806.60 - $80,308.80 / year

This position is non-exempt. The annual rate listed assumes 50 hours per week.

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $22.31 - $28.08 / hour