Sous Chef

North Italia, established in 2002 and operating under Fox Restaurant Concepts in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a renowned restaurant offering modern Italian cuisine. Known for its commitment to delivering handcrafted Italian food from scratch, North Italia prides itself on quality, freshness, and an exceptional dining experience. In 2019, North Italia became a part of The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated family, which encompasses over 200 full-service casual dining restaurants across the United States. This association adds a rich history and culture of culinary excellence and employee care to the company. Recognized as one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, North Italia values its employees like family, focuses on community involvement, and directs efforts towards sustainability. The company fosters an inclusive and welcoming work environment where diverse ideas, identities, and perspectives are encouraged and embraced.

The role of Sous Chef at North Italia is a pivotal leadership position reporting directly to the Executive Chef. This position requires managing daily kitchen operations with an emphasis on quality, flavor, and culinary excellence, while upholding the mission of Great Hospitality, Every Time. The Sous Chef supervises culinary shifts, oversees scheduling and planning, and manages the kitchen team to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow. A key responsibility includes cost management, focusing on controlling the cost of goods and identifying solutions to meet financial targets. The role demands robust knowledge of ingredients, culinary trends, and the ability to adapt swiftly to dynamic requests while maintaining a calm and positive kitchen environment.

Beyond operational management, the Sous Chef is expected to promote a culture of continuous learning, provide constructive feedback, and implement corrective actions as required. The role involves managing labor expectations and effectively planning shifts to optimize performance and budget adherence. A thorough understanding of sales, labor budgets, and the capability to discuss profit and loss details with the management team is essential. The position demands someone passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations and dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of product quality and restaurant cleanliness. Candidates should be committed to leading by example, cultivating team development, and thriving in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant setting.

The offered compensation for this full-time position ranges from $65,000 to $72,000 per year. North Italia provides comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a 401k plan with company match. Additional employee benefits include paid time off encompassing vacation and sick leave, Health Savings Account options, tuition assistance, eligibility for up to 50% next-day pay, and access to Employee Assistance Programs. This role does require the ability to work extended shifts of ten hours or more, including weekends, holidays, and closing shifts, as well as physical capability to handle kitchen tasks that involve standing, lifting, and operation of kitchen equipment. North Italia proudly supports an inclusive workplace and offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities.