Job Description

ALL ROADS LEAD TO YOU...

Our goal is to be the best job you\'ll ever have in the hospitality industry. No joke, it\'s what we truly aim for. 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. 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.

YOU ARE...

A successful Executive Chef will have 6+ years experience working and overseeing an elevated Italian focused environment. Be passionate about food and engaging the local community. Procure the highest quality product to create unforgettable dishes while overseeing service and food quality on the line. Encourage staff development and promote a positive experience for staff and guests to achieve P&L goals.

As the EC 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.

MAIN DUTIES

• Set the tone for guest experience by influencing and leading 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 by ensuring consistency across operational procedures
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions
• 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 cost
• Partner with General Manager to ensure a positive and collaborative environment
• Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the property

THE LOCATION

O-Ku Atlanta provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. O-Ku\'s menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space. The Midtown restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, sourcing seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients.

WHAT TO EXPECT. IN THE KITCHEN & ON THE LINE\xe2\x80\xa6Your schedule may vary (days, nights, weekends, holiday\'s) based on seasonality, covers, and hours of operation but in general you can expect to work 55 to 60 hours a week.

• Work Collaboratively: to achieve a one-team one-dream mentality that promotes the hiring, and nurturing of the right people ready to serve our guests, achieve financial goals and create memorable experiences
• Practice Humility & Transparency: to support culture and an ethical environment where everyone feels safe, cared for and inspired
• Act With Integrity: be able and willing to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen when needed. Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the property
• Enrich Your Community: engage local farms to source and procure fresh and quality product while also educating junior team members, advocating for their growth and development
• Show Compassion and Empathy: listen to your team, be understanding and always provide a humane approach when individually coaching with the intent to inspire everyone to do great things
• Leave a Lasting Impression: provide a sense of home through quality, consistency, and teamwork
• Embrace Positivity: create a welcoming and approachable environment that is solution driven, with a smile
• Have Fun at Work: set the tone by influencing and leading a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment where everyone is treated with respect and kindness

AS A VALUED MEMBER OF THE TEAM YOU CAN EXPECT\xe2\x80\xa6

• Competitive Pay + PTO: Competitive base + performance based bonus (paid out quarterly) + PTO after 90 days
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemed, Life, STD, LTD, LAP (Life Assistance Program)
• Retirement Planning: 401K (50% in match up to your first 6% investment), Roth, or both
• Home Loan Program: A zero-interest housing loan program to help you purchase a home.
• Working Advantage: Cost-free employee savings program for electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more!
• Hospitality School Loan Program: A zero-interest hospitality school loan program to help you attend college classes in the hospitality industry
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts while dining in and / or spending the night across 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotel collection
• Maternity/Paternity Leave: 4 weeks PTO

REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ years of successfully overseeing an upscale food focused and environment centered around Italian cuisine
• Passionate about Internal Hospitality and embrace our core values
• Strong problem resolution skills
• Have exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail
• Effective communication skills and the ability to navigate important conversation

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. As with all positions at The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, employment is at will or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. That means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.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.

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