Sous Chef - Immediate Start

We are looking for an ambitious Sous Chef to join our all-star team at The Indigo Road in Charlotte, NC.
Growing your career as a Full Time Sous Chef is a fantastic opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, communication and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Sous Chef at The Indigo Road today!

Description

WHY INDIGO ROAD…

Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) is a collection of 15 concepts across 26 restaurants and 4 boutique hotels, with new openings planned across the country. Indigo Road strives to achieve Internal Hospitality and believes our success begins with you.

WHY OKU CHARLOTTE 

O-Ku Sushi Charlotte celebrates authentic Asian cuisine with a southern approach with a menu that focuses on unique ingredients and sophisticated presentations. From petite plates to sushi specialties, Chef Bachieng Phankhaysy showcases the freshest fish from the world’s finest markets in areas such as Norway, Scotland, Hawaii and New Zealand, as well as local sustainable sources.

ALL ROADS LEAD TO YOU...

A successful SOUS CHEF will have 2+ years experience managing the line an upscale yet approchable food focused environment. Be passionate about food and engaging the local community. Procure the highest quality product to create unforgettable dishes while overseeing service and food quality on the line. 

You'll Encourage staff development and promote a positive experience for staff and guests to achieve P&L goals. You’ll look over all aspects of the kitchen including problem resolution and effective communication to get the job done. As an ambassador for Indigo Road you’ll authentically embrace Internal Hospitality and strive to create memorable experiences for people through food.

MAIN DUTIES

• Set the tone for guest experience by influencing and leading a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment where everyone is treated with respect and kindness
• Oversee, maintain and manage food and service quality
• Assess, implement and manage service standards by ensuring consistency across operational procedures
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions
• Create and carry out strategic business objectives that mitigate risk and maximize profit across; recruitment, finance, legal and restaurant operations (FOH/BOH)
• Forecast financial trends to control labor, food and beverage cost
• Partner with General Manager to ensure a positive and collaborative environment
• Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the property

Requirements

WHAT TO EXPECT. IN THE KITCHEN & ON THE LINE…

Your schedule may vary (days, nights, weekends, holiday’s) based on seasonality, covers, and hours of operation but in general you can expect to work 45 to 50 hours a week - because we prioritize work/life balance.

• Work Collaboratively: to achieve a one-team one-dream mentality that promotes the hiring, and nurturing of the right people ready to serve our guests, achieve financial goals and create memorable experiences
• Practice Humility & Transparency: to support culture and an ethical environment where everyone feels safe, cared for and inspired
• Act With Integrity: be able and willing to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen when needed. Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the property
• Enrich Your Community: engage local farms to source and procure fresh and quality product while also educating junior team members, advocating for their growth and development
• Show Compassion and Empathy: listen to your team, be understanding and always provide a humane approach when individually coaching with the intent to inspire everyone to do great things
• Leave a Lasting Impression: provide a sense of home through quality, consistency, and teamwork
• Embrace Positivity: create a welcoming and approachable environment that is solution driven, with a smile
• Have Fun at Work: set the tone by influencing and leading a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment where everyone is treated with respect and kindness

AS A VALUED MEMBER OF THE TEAM YOU CAN EXPECT…

• Competitive Pay + PTO: Competitive base + performance based bonus (paid out quarterly) + PTO after 90 days
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Tele-med, Life, STD, LTD, LAP (Life Assistance Program)
• Retirement Planning: 401K (50% in match up to your first 6% investment), Roth, or both
• Home Loan Program: A zero-interest housing loan program to help you purchase a home.
• Working Advantage: Cost-free employee savings program for electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more!
• Hospitality School Loan Program: A zero-interest hospitality school loan program to help you attend college classes in the hospitality industry
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts while dining in and / or spending the night across 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotel collection
• Maturity/Paternity Leave: 4 weeks PTO

REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years of successfully managing/working the line in upscale food focused environment
• Passionate about Internal Hospitality and embrace our core values
• Strong problem resolution skills
• Have exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail
• Effective communication skills and the ability to navigate important conversation

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Benefits of working as a Sous Chef in Charlotte, NC:

● Company offers great benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Advantageous package