Executive Kitchen Manager Jobs
Executive Kitchen Manager jobs are open across full-service restaurants, hotel food and beverage operations, and large-scale catering and contract dining, at every level from kitchen supervisor to executive chef and food service director, with specializations in menu development, cost control, and culinary operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Benefits We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
- Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Monthly and 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.
- Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.
Hiring immediately for our salaried full-time Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager.
Job Summary:
The Executive Chef is a hands-on culinary and operational leader who helps lead the entire restaurant and brings P.F. Chang’s heart-filled, Guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience to life. In partnership with the Operating Partner, you’ll guide both 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.
Anchored by our core PRIDE values—Passion, Respect, Innovation, Discipline, and Excellence—you will bring energy, heart, and purpose to every plate and interaction while demonstrating the discipline to care deeply about the details that define our brand and holding your team to a higher standard every day.
Job Responsibilities:
Right People: Lead restaurant operations across hospitality and culinary; recruit, hire, onboard, coach, develop, and retain Team Members while building leadership bench strength and fostering an inclusive, accountable workplace. Lead the restaurant in the Operating Partner’s absence.- Perfect Food, Perfect Beverage: Set the standard 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 team training on culinary and beverage systems.
- Bespoke Service: Create personalized, Guest-led experiences that anticipate needs and build loyalty. Monitor Guest feedback, resolve concerns with empathy, and coach teams to deliver consistent service and brand standards.
- Sanitary, Safe & Spotlessly Clean: 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 response to safety, facility, or other operational incidents.
- Financial & Business Performance: 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.
- Community & Charitable Engagement: Build local community relationships and represent the P.F. Chang’s brand. Support fundraising and community programs, including Dine to Donate events and the Lucky Cat Assistance Fund, and encourage Team Member participation.
Job Requirements:
Experience: 3–5 years of restaurant management experience with leadership responsibility for restaurant and culinary operations, financial performance, team development, and Guest experience; General Manager experience preferred.- Leadership & Business Acumen: 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.
- Culinary & Financial Skills: Strong kitchen operations and food production knowledge, with experience in food quality, inventory management, cost of goods, and P&L management. Proficiency with POS, corporate software, delivery, inventory, and reservation platforms.
- Certifications & Training: Maintain required Food Protection Manager, Alcohol Manager, and applicable state and local food safety certifications. Must complete company required training accurately and on time.
- Driver’s License & Travel: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to perform duties including shift coverage, bank deposits, local restaurant marketing activities, attendance at training and business meetings, and travel between restaurant locations as needed to support operations.
Working Conditions:
Schedule & Attendance: Full-time role requiring regular, predictable attendance and flexible availability for days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and other shifts needed to support business demands.- Work Environment: Maintain a visible leadership presence across Front of House and Back of House operations and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced restaurant.
- Physical Requirements: Stand and walk for extended periods; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, balance, and move throughout restaurant work areas. Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and transport up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Work around heat, steam, smoke, cold and freezer temperatures, and moderate noise.
- Essential Functions: Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Keywords: Executive Chef, Executive Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Chef, Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, Culinary Operations Manager.
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.
Apply Now
- Search for jobs by keyword or location.
- Gather your work history, and if applicable, prepare your resume for submission.
- Click “Apply Now” to submit your application.
Benefits We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
- Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Monthly and 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.
- Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.
Hiring immediately for our salaried full-time Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager.
Job Summary:
The Executive Chef is a hands-on culinary and operational leader who helps lead the entire restaurant and brings P.F. Chang’s heart-filled, Guest-led Pan-Asian dining experience to life. In partnership with the Operating Partner, you’ll guide both 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.
Anchored by our core PRIDE values—Passion, Respect, Innovation, Discipline, and Excellence—you will bring energy, heart, and purpose to every plate and interaction while demonstrating the discipline to care deeply about the details that define our brand and holding your team to a higher standard every day.
Job Responsibilities:
Right People: Lead restaurant operations across hospitality and culinary; recruit, hire, onboard, coach, develop, and retain Team Members while building leadership bench strength and fostering an inclusive, accountable workplace. Lead the restaurant in the Operating Partner’s absence.- Perfect Food, Perfect Beverage: Set the standard 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 team training on culinary and beverage systems.
- Bespoke Service: Create personalized, Guest-led experiences that anticipate needs and build loyalty. Monitor Guest feedback, resolve concerns with empathy, and coach teams to deliver consistent service and brand standards.
- Sanitary, Safe & Spotlessly Clean: 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 response to safety, facility, or other operational incidents.
- Financial & Business Performance: 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.
- Community & Charitable Engagement: Build local community relationships and represent the P.F. Chang’s brand. Support fundraising and community programs, including Dine to Donate events and the Lucky Cat Assistance Fund, and encourage Team Member participation.
Job Requirements:
Experience: 3–5 years of restaurant management experience with leadership responsibility for restaurant and culinary operations, financial performance, team development, and Guest experience; General Manager experience preferred.- Leadership & Business Acumen: 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.
- Culinary & Financial Skills: Strong kitchen operations and food production knowledge, with experience in food quality, inventory management, cost of goods, and P&L management. Proficiency with POS, corporate software, delivery, inventory, and reservation platforms.
- Certifications & Training: Maintain required Food Protection Manager, Alcohol Manager, and applicable state and local food safety certifications. Must complete company required training accurately and on time.
- Driver’s License & Travel: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to perform duties including shift coverage, bank deposits, local restaurant marketing activities, attendance at training and business meetings, and travel between restaurant locations as needed to support operations.
Working Conditions:
Schedule & Attendance: Full-time role requiring regular, predictable attendance and flexible availability for days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and other shifts needed to support business demands.- Work Environment: Maintain a visible leadership presence across Front of House and Back of House operations and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced restaurant.
- Physical Requirements: Stand and walk for extended periods; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, balance, and move throughout restaurant work areas. Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and transport up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Work around heat, steam, smoke, cold and freezer temperatures, and moderate noise.
- Essential Functions: Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Keywords: Executive Chef, Executive Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Chef, Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, Culinary Operations Manager.
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.
Apply Now
- Search for jobs by keyword or location.
- Gather your work history, and if applicable, prepare your resume for submission.
- Click “Apply Now” to submit your application.
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Who's Hiring
- Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants11
- P.F. Chang's8
- Tender Greens4
- BJ'S Restaurant & Brewhouse2
- A Tavola Restaurant & Wine Bar2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in executive kitchen manager jobs.
- Minimum five years of progressive kitchen management experience in a high-volume setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage food and labor cost percentages to budget
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Experience developing and costing menus across multiple dayparts or outlets
- Proficiency with kitchen management software and inventory tracking systems
- Culinary degree or equivalent combination of formal training and experience
Tips for Your Executive Kitchen Manager Job Search
Quantify your cost and labor wins
Hiring managers want numbers on your resume. Replace vague phrases like 'reduced food costs' with specifics: the percentage you cut, the team size you managed, and the revenue volume your kitchen handled. These figures set executive kitchen manager candidates apart immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists executive kitchen manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to venue type
A hotel food and beverage operation values banquet volume and outlet management differently than a fast-casual chain values throughput and ticket times. Rewrite your resume summary for each venue type so your most relevant experience surfaces first for that employer.
Highlight certifications on your resume
ServSafe Manager certification and food handler credentials are screened at the application stage by many employers. List your certification name, issuing body, and expiration date prominently so automated screening tools don't filter you out before a human reviews your resume.
Prepare for a working interview round
Many employers add a practical component, asking you to walk through a mock prep schedule, cost a sample menu, or run a tasting. Research the concept's existing menu and price point beforehand so your responses reflect that specific operation, not a generic kitchen.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Executive kitchen manager offers often include performance bonuses tied to food cost percentages, housing stipends for resort properties, and meal benefits. Know which components are negotiable before your offer conversation so you can prioritize what matters most to you.
Executive Kitchen Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most executive kitchen managers?
The most active employers for executive kitchen managers right now are Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants, P.F. Chang's, and Tender Greens, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume fluctuates seasonally, so checking listings regularly gives you the best picture of where demand is highest.
How many executive kitchen manager jobs are remote?
About 17% of executive kitchen manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires on-site kitchen oversight. The tasks most likely to allow remote flexibility are administrative functions like menu costing, vendor negotiation, ordering, and scheduling, rather than any hands-on culinary or team supervision work.
How do you become an executive kitchen manager?
Start in a line cook or prep role to build foundational technique, then move into sous chef or kitchen supervisor positions where you manage staff and control food costs. Earning a ServSafe Manager certification and a culinary degree or formal training strengthens your candidacy. Build experience across different kitchen environments, including high-volume and multi-outlet operations, before targeting executive-level roles.
Can you get hired as an executive kitchen manager with little experience?
Moving directly into an executive kitchen manager role with little experience is uncommon because employers expect candidates to manage budgets, lead large teams, and handle vendor relationships independently. The practical path is to advance through sous chef or kitchen manager roles first, gaining documented wins in cost control and staff development that you can speak to concretely in interviews.
What does the executive kitchen manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your management background and cost control experience, followed by one or two in-person rounds with the general manager, food and beverage director, or ownership group. Many employers include a practical component such as a tasting, menu costing exercise, or a walkthrough of how you would structure a prep day for their concept.
Where can I find and apply to executive kitchen manager jobs?
You can find and apply to executive kitchen manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and venue type, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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