Traveling Sushi Chef

The Indigo Road Home Office • Charleston, SC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hospitality Starts Here: Welcome to The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG), where hospitality is more than a job; it's a family, a lifestyle, and an exciting journey. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart! Why Us: Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever. The Role: As the Traveling Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for supporting the region’s sushi concepts, preparing different types of sushi such as nigiri and maki rolls. You will also manage the ingredients handling and preparation. It is crucial that you maintain a deep understanding of which ingredients taste well together. Success in this role will be demonstrated by your ability to travel, adapt to various situations, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and embody a servant leader mentality.

Requirements

• 2+ years of successfully running a high-volume and upscale food focused kitchen
• Hands-on, working side by side with your team during prep and service
• Compassion for people and embrace IRHG core values
• Strong problem resolution skills and ability to proactively set the team up for success
• Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail
• Experience with managing restaurant financials, mainly dealing with food costs and labor

Nice To Haves

• Preferred background in elevated Japanese cuisine

Responsibilities

• Supporting the region’s sushi concepts
• Preparing different types of sushi such as nigiri and maki rolls
• Managing the ingredients handling and preparation
• Maintaining a deep understanding of which ingredients taste well together
• Cultivating hospitality and leading a team to craft dishes that showcase our cuisine
• Inspiring a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation
• Supporting your team especially during peak times
• Collaborating with the GM and leaders from the Home Office to maximize kitchen operations
• Ensuring quality control, inventory management, and adhering to health and safety standards
• Managing labor, budgets, and forecasts, and ensuring the bottom line meets pre-determined expectations

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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