Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Join the The Indigo Road Hospitality Group and take the culinary helm at one of our 30+ locations. We’re looking for a visionary leader who will bring passion, creativity, and operational excellence to our kitchen teams.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations, drive P&L performance, and foster an environment of continuous improvement. You’ll directly mentor chefs, manage inventory and budgeting, and act as the culinary ambassador of our brand.

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, setting high standards for food quality and service.
• Develop, review, and innovate menus that reflect seasonal sourcing and the brand’s culinary philosophy.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and corporate leadership to streamline operations, maintain health and safety compliance, and control costs.
• Manage labor, labor forecasting, and budget reports to meet profitability targets.
• Partner with local farmers and vendors to ensure fresh, high‑quality ingredients.

• 5+ years of progressive kitchen leadership, with a proven track record in menu development and kitchen management.
• Hands‑on culinary execution—no “clipboard” chef; you love cooking on the front end.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to maintain quality while controlling labor and food costs.
• Excellent communication and mentorship skills.
• Passion for teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive base salary with quarterly performance bonuses and PTO after 90 days.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and wellness coverage.
• 401(k) plan with a 50% match on the first 6% contribution, plus Roth options.
• Zero‑interest home‑loan program for qualifying employees.
• Employee discounts at 15 restaurants and boutique hotels.
• 4 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave.

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.