Chef Tournant / Line Cook

If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.

FIG, Founded in 2003 by Chef / Owner Mike Lata and partner Adam Nemirow, is credited with championing the local food movement in Charleston. We are committed to our family of purveyors whose products are the driving force and inspiration for our work. Paying respect to their efforts and traditions is essential to our mission. Once a humble corner bistro, FIG has since garnered three James Beard Foundation Awards becoming one of the top dining destinations in the Southeast.

• What we expect from you : GREAT ATTITUDE
• Genuine respect for your craft and love for the profession and hospitality
• Commitment to on-going education and growth
• Strive to exceed the expectations of our guests nightly
• Passion for a community and culture that supports sustainability and a local network of purveyors
• Professional, polished, dependable, and focused
• Ability to communicate effectively, give clear direction, and take feedback
• Self-motivated and highly organized with precise attention to detail
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety, food handling and sanitation requirements
• What you can expect from us :
• Independently owned and operated with hands-on approach
• A positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment
• Stability and strong communication
• A professional and respectful culture surrounded by a talented team.
• Genuine enthusiasm for sustainability and community
• Ongoing mentorship to hone your craft and become versed in market-driven seasonal produce and seafood
• Hands on learning with the best ingredients our region has to offer
• Robust training program for butchery and preparation techniques for seafood specific to the Southeast region
• A connection to the coastal foodways of South Carolina
• Upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Overtime opportunities
• Accolades :

JBF Best Chef Southeast (2009) - Chef Mike Lata, FIG Restaurant

JBF Best Chef Southeast (2015) - Chef Jason Stanhope, FIG Restaurant

JBF Outstanding Wine Program (2018) - FIG Restaurant

JBF Outstanding Restaurant Finalist (2019 & 2020) - FIG Restaurant

JBF Outstanding Chef Semi-finalist (2017 & 2018) - Chef Mike Lata

JBF Best New Restaurant Finalist (2013) - The Ordinary

Best New Restaurant GQ, Esquire, Bon Appetit (2013) - The Ordinary

Slow Food Legend Award - Chef Mike Lata

Eater National 38 - FIG Restaurant

GoodFood 100 (6 rings) - FIG & The Ordinary

• Compensation :

$21 + (BOE)

• Perks & Benefits :
• Incentive programs
• Comprehensive benefits plans including health insurance with 50% company contribution, dental, vision and life insurance
• Dining discounts
• Free daily family meal
• Closed for major holidays
• Currently closed two days a week (Sunday and Monday)

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : From $21.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Shift :

• Evening shift

Work Location : In person