Executive Chef at Colletta Cary Cary, NC

Ellenco Estágios e Treinamentos; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Quarterly bonuses

PTO after 90 days

Health insurance

401(k) with 50% match

Housing loan program

Employee discounts

4 weeks PTO for parental leave

Job summary

Indigo Road Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen, develop staff, and uphold guest experiences that support P&L goals.

You will supervise line cooks, nurture creativity, and work closely with the GM and Home Office to optimize operations while maintaining top quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management and menu creation.
• Dedication to serve others, both internally (team members) and guests.
• Hands‑on passion for cooking and not a “clip‑board” chef.
• Experience working with local farmers to purchase fresh product and serve quality dishes.
• Strong sense of finances, labor, quality control, and “getting the job done.”

Responsibilities

• Champion internal hospitality and lead a team to craft dishes that leave lasting impressions.
• Nurture and inspire a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
• Hands‑on leadership and work in the trenches with the team.
• Collaborate with the GM and leaders from the Home Office to maximize kitchen operations.
• Ensure quality control, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Play a pivotal role in managing labor, budgets, forecasts, and ensuring the bottom line meets pre‑determined expectations.

Skills

Staff development

Leadership

Budgeting

Labor management

Communication

Hands-on cooking

Job description

Executive Chef

As the Executive Chef, you will work the line and will be excited to 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.

Responsibilities

• Champion internal hospitality and lead a team to craft dishes that leave lasting impressions.
• Nurture and inspire a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
• Hands‑on leadership and work in the trenches with the team.
• Collaborate with the GM and leaders from the Home Office to maximize kitchen operations.
• Ensure quality control, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Play a pivotal role in managing labor, budgets, forecasts, and ensuring the bottom line meets pre‑determined expectations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management and menu creation.
• Dedication to serve others, both internally (team members) and guests.
• Hands‑on passion for cooking and not a “clip‑board” chef.
• Experience working with local farmers to purchase fresh product and serve quality dishes.
• Strong sense of finances, labor, quality control, and “getting the job done.”

Benefits

• Competitive base pay, performance‑based bonuses (paid quarterly), and PTO benefits after 90 days.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and more.
• Access to a 401(k) plan with a 50% match on your first 6% investment, along with Roth options.
• Zero‑interest housing loan program.
• Employee discounts at the 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotels division.
• 4 weeks of PTO for maternity/paternity leave.

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.