About this opportunity
P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. lists this Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager opportunity in city of albany, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / year
Benefits We Offer:
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Quarterly bonuses based on performance.
Professional Development: Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career - we promote from within.
Referral Program: Earn a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions through our employee referral program (for locations other than home location).
Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
Holidays: Most locations closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.
Hiring immediately for full-time salaried Executive Chef or Head Chef or Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM):
Job Summary:
The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing the restaurant culinary team and restaurant food service operations to ensure high operating standards in the kitchen. This includes the hiring, training and development of the culinary team and kitchen staff, as well as managing inventory and controlling costs incurred in the kitchen. The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager reports to directly to the restaurant Operating Partner or General Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
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 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
Preferences:
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Experience working in an upscale scratch kitchen concept
Previous front of house restaurant management experience
Culinary degree or culinary certificate
Why work for us?
Because it's more than a job. We take PRIDE in creating a heart-filled, guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience, fueled by passion for our craft, respect for our people, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Our Heritage
Whether it's an Asian design, a new twist on a classic dish, or a pair of chopsticks, we embrace our Asian heritage whenever and wherever we can. The fresh ingredients and pure cooking methods that we use every day in our kitchens have been the same since our inception in 1993. Today, we have 210+ U.S. restaurants, including airport locations, as well as 100+ international locations in more than 22 countries across the globe.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to Celebrate Life. Family. Food. We treat our team members like family, and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We love to learn and grow, to challenge and be challenged, and our ultimate goal is to do our best, no matter what we are doing. We live to serve others and strive to make our guests’ lives better through joyful hospitality!
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