Lead Sous Chef - Upscale Kitchen, Growth & Perks

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

PTO after 90 days

Health insurance

401K with 50% match

Housing loan program

Employee discounts

4 weeks PTO for family leave

Job summary

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sous Chef in Charlotte, NC with 2+ years of line leadership in an upscale, food-focused setting. You will oversee kitchen operations, drive food quality, and mentor a strong team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

You will manage line performance, collaborate with the General Manager, and uphold internal hospitality values to promote a positive workplace and strong P&L results.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of successful restaurant management experience.
• Thrive in high-volume, scratch kitchen, upscale environments.
• Passionate about Internal Hospitality and embracing core values.
• Strong problem resolution skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and ability to navigate important conversations.

Responsibilities

• Set the tone for a guest experience by leading a positive, collaborative team.
• Oversee, maintain and manage food and service quality.
• Assess and implement service standards for consistency.
• Forecast and manage labor, food and beverage costs; analyze variances.
• Lead by example to create a positive environment for staff and guests.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume kitchens

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Hospitality mindset

Job description

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sous Chef in Charlotte, NC with 2+ years of line leadership in an upscale, food-focused setting. You will oversee kitchen operations, drive food quality, and mentor a strong team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

You will manage line performance, collaborate with the General Manager, and uphold internal hospitality values to promote a positive workplace and strong P&L results.