Sous Chef

The Independent • Georgetown, SC

12d

About The Position

The Sous Chef oversees kitchen operations, service, and food quality in a high-volume, scratch-kitchen environment focused on upscale yet approachable food. The role procures high-quality ingredients and creates memorable dishes while supporting team development and a positive experience for staff and guests. The Sous Chef manages kitchen-related problem resolution and communication, contributes to achieving P&L goals, and serves as an ambassador for The Indigo Road Hospitality Group by embracing its approach to hospitality.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of successful restaurant management experience.
• Experience managing the line in an upscale, food-focused environment.
• Ability to thrive in high-volume, scratch-kitchen, upscale food-focused environments.
• Passion for Internal Hospitality and willingness to embrace the company’s core values.
• Strong problem-resolution skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and ability to navigate important conversations.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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 and ensure consistent operational procedures.
• Prepare an annual budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• 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 costs.
• Partner with the General Manager to foster a positive, collaborative environment and lead by example.
• Procure high-quality products and oversee service and food quality on the line.
• Encourage team development and help achieve P&L goals.
• Resolve kitchen problems and communicate effectively to get the job done.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Quarterly performance-based bonuses.
• PTO benefits after 90 days.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with a 50% match on the first 6% invested, plus Roth options.
• Zero-interest home loan program.
• Employee discounts at the company’s restaurant concepts and boutique hotels division.
• Four weeks of PTO for maternity/paternity leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed