Lead Sous Chef - High-Volume Scratch Kitchen

The Independent; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Quarterly bonuses

Health insurance

401K with 50% match

PTO after 90 days

Employee discounts

4 weeks PTO for family leave

Job summary

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group in Georgetown, SC is seeking a Sous Chef with 2+ years of line-management experience in an upscale, food-focused setting.

You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain food and service quality, and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while actively engaging with the local community. As an ambassador for Indigo Road, you’ll drive internal hospitality and contribute to financial and operational success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Thrive in high-volume, upscale, food-focused environments.
• Passionate about internal hospitality and staff development.
• Strong problem resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and ability to handle difficult conversations.

Responsibilities

• Set the tone for guest experience by leading a positive, collaborative team.
• Oversee, maintain and manage food and service quality.
• Assess, implement and manage service standards for consistency.
• Forecast financial trends to control labor, food, and beverage costs.
• Partner with the General Manager to foster a positive, collaborative environment.
• Manage budgets, scheduling, variances, and corrective actions.
• Promote Indigo Road internal hospitality and memorable guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group in Georgetown, SC is seeking a Sous Chef with 2+ years of line-management experience in an upscale, food-focused setting.

You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain food and service quality, and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while actively engaging with the local community. As an ambassador for Indigo Road, you’ll drive internal hospitality and contribute to financial and operational success.