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HOSPITALITY STARTS HERE

Welcome to the heart of hospitality! At The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG), we're on a mission to redefine the hospitality industry, and it all begins with our exceptional team. Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, our philosophy is simple: by taking care of our team, we ensure they naturally provide exceptional care to our cherished guests.

The Indigo Road is hiring experienced Sushi Chefs who specialize in creating sushi dishes in Japanese restaurants. You will be responsible for making bite-size hand-pressed rolls of vinegared rice topped with seafood or stuffed with fish, vegetables, fruits, eggs, or seaweed. As the Traveling Sushi Chef, you ensure all ingredients are fresh and observe traditional Japanese sushi-making standards.

ABOUT OKU...

With 9 locations in 2024, O-Ku invites you to embark on a culinary journey where every dish tells a story and every moment is an exploration of flavor and culture. Celebrating the best of authentic and innovative Japanese cuisine, O-Ku's restaurants are stylish and contemporary havens, offering a captivating fusion of tradition and modernity. Established in 2013 by Founder Steve Palmer of The Indigo Road, O-Ku's concept continues to evolve, pushing the boundaries and redefining the culinary landscape.

ALL ROADS LEAD TO YOU

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.

What You'll Do:

• Create Experiences: Cultivating hospitality and leading a team to craft dishes that showcase our cuisine.
• Inspire Your Team: Inspire a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
• Hands-On Leadership: Commitment to supporting your team especially during peak times.
• Oversee the Business: Collaborate with the GM and leaders from the Home Office to maximize kitchen operations. Ensure quality control, inventory management, and adhere to health and safety standards. Play a pivotal role in managing labor, budgets, forecasts, and ensure the bottom line meets pre-determined expectations.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Flexibility : Your schedule will vary (days, nights, weekends, holidays) based on seasonality, covers, and hours of operation. In general, you can anticipate working 55 to 60 hours a week.
• Experience: Executive Chef (2+ years) preferred background in elevated Japanese cuisine
• Servant Leadership: Dedicated to serving others, internally (team-members) and guests.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Hands-on, working side by side with your team during prep and service.
• Accountability: Experience with managing restaurant financials, mainly dealing with food costs and labor.

IRHG PERKS:

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base pay and PTO benefits after 90 days.
• Health & Wellness : Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and more.
• Financial Planning : Access to a 401K plan with a 50% match on your first 6% investment, along with Roth options.
• Home Loan Program : We offer a zero-interest housing loan program to help you achieve your dream of home ownership.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts at our 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotels division.
• Family Time : Benefit from 4 weeks of PTO for maternity/paternity leave.

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workplace. Everyone has a seat at our table.

Note: The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

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