Traveling Executive Chef

Traveling Executive Chef 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!

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 Indigo Road Hospitality Group is seeking an exceptional
Traveling Executive Chef
to join our dynamic culinary and operational leadership team. This unique and pivotal role offers the opportunity to bring your culinary artistry, visionary leadership, and operational acumen to various concepts within our diverse portfolio.

As a Traveling Executive Chef, you are a culinary maestro, a strategic operational leader, and a dedicated servant leader who thrives on both cooking and building high-performing, collaborative teams. Your expertise will be crucial in developing innovative menus, maintaining our unwavering standards of excellence across all locations, and actively supporting our teams wherever culinary leadership and operational alignment are most needed.

This role is perfect for a highly adaptable, experienced chef who embraces new challenges, is passionate about sharing their knowledge and skills, and possesses a strong understanding of how the kitchen integrates seamlessly with overall restaurant and hotel operations to deliver unparalleled guest experiences and financial success.

What we will ask of you:

• Lead Culinary & Operational Excellence:Cultivate hospitality and lead teams to craft dishes that showcase our diverse cuisines, consistently delivering exceptional experiences. For Snowbird Lodge, specifically, blend local flavors with global influences to create dishes that tell a story and leave a lasting impression. You'll drive operational excellence across all kitchen facets, ensuring seamless integration with front‑of‑house operations to elevate the overall guest journey.
• Inspire and Nurture Your Teams:Foster staff development and create a positive, growth‑oriented atmosphere that motivates our teams across different locations. Champion a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring we meet and exceed our P&L goals. You will empower your brigade to excel and instill a deep understanding of our core values, particularly
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• Hands‑On & Strategic Leadership:Commit to supporting your teams during prep and service, especially during peak times. You're a "hands‑on" chef, not a "clipboard" chef, working side‑by‑side with your brigade, while also providing strategic oversight. Oversee all facets of kitchen operations, proactively resolve any challenges that arise, and maintain exceptional communication across both back and front‑of‑house departments.
• Drive Business Performance:Collaborate closely with General Managers, Area Directors, and leaders from the Home Office to maximize kitchen efficiency and overall restaurant profitability. This includes ensuring rigorous quality control, meticulous inventory management, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. You will play a pivotal role in managing labor, budgets, forecasts, food costs, and ensuring the bottom line consistently meets pre‑determined expectations.
  
  You'll understand the broader financial picture and contribute to achieving revenue goals.
• Adapt, Innovate & Engage:Successfully navigate various kitchen environments, adapting your culinary approach and leadership style to different concepts and teams. Engage with local communities and farmers to source top‑quality, fresh ingredients for our scratch kitchens, creating exceptional and regionally inspired dishes. Actively participate in community initiatives and volunteer efforts, making a positive impact that reflects IRHG's values.

Requirements for Success:

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