Sous Chef

North Italia is a celebrated restaurant that has been delighting guests since 2002 with its crave-worthy, from-scratch modern Italian cuisine. Established under Fox Restaurants Concepts in Scottsdale, AZ, North Italia has carved a niche for itself by offering an authentic Italian dining experience in a contemporary and welcoming environment. The restaurant prides itself on quality and attention to detail, from hand-cut pasta ribbons to the freshest vegetables, reflecting a commitment to excellence in every dish served. In 2019, North Italia joined the esteemed portfolio of The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated, a leader in full-service casual dining with more than 200 restaurants and over 40,000 employees across the United States. This affiliation has further strengthened North Italia's dedication to great hospitality, operational excellence, and fostering a vibrant community atmosphere. The company has been recognized as one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For®, emphasizing its commitment to caring for employees like family, supporting community initiatives, and promoting sustainability. North Italia is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, striving to create a welcoming workplace for all individuals regardless of identity, perspective, or background. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities, reflecting the company's dedication to accessible employment opportunities.

The Sous Chef role at North Italia offers a dynamic and rewarding career path within a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef plays a crucial leadership role in managing culinary operations and guiding the kitchen team. This position requires adeptness at daily shift management, including scheduling, planning, and making key decisions to ensure smooth kitchen functions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep knowledge of ingredients and culinary trends, leveraging experience and culinary talents to drive the restaurant's financial success through cost control and proactive problem-solving. Maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment care is essential, as is the ability to create a calm and positive work environment while effectively managing on-the-fly requests.

The Sous Chef fosters a culture of continuous learning, providing honest feedback, coaching, and corrective actions to support team development. A strong focus on labor management and understanding of sales and labor budgets is required, with the ability to discuss profit and loss with the management team. This role demands passion for creating memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations, dedication to safety and quality standards, and a service-oriented mindset suited for a high-volume setting. Candidates must be prepared for physically demanding shifts, capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and working various shifts including weekends and holidays.

Compensation for the Sous Chef position ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 per year, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid group life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off including vacation and sick leave, health savings accounts, a 401k plan with company match, tuition assistance, and employee assistance programs. Eligible employees can participate in a next day pay program for up to 50% of their paycheck, providing financial flexibility. North Italia offers an inclusive and supportive work environment where culinary professionals can thrive, contribute, and grow their careers while upholding the restaurant's mission of delivering great hospitality every time.