Chef de Cuisine

Lettuce Escape; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Quarterly Bonus

Paid Time Off including holidays

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lettuce Escape is opening Tacos El Terry in Nashville and is hiring a Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen team. This role requires 4+ years of experience in a full-service restaurant and includes responsibilities like managing BOH operations, overseeing food costs, and training staff.

The position offers a competitive salary of $70,000 to $90,000 per year, along with various benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and restaurant discounts. Join us in creating an exciting environment on Broadway!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Chef de Cuisine experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Ability to lead and develop teams.
• Must be comfortable with late hours, as the restaurant operates until 3:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Lead opening shift processes and manage food orders.
• Ensure effective BOH operations including food prep and cooking.
• Provide guidance and leadership to kitchen employees.
• Track and control food costs and manage inventories.
• Partner with GM to create prep lists and assign duties.

Skills

Team leadership

BOH systems management

Culinary skills

Job description

About US

Opening early Fall 2026 in the middle of the Broadway action, Tacos El Terry is a high-energy, quick-service taqueria. We will focus on a simple, quality menu featuring 4–5 made-to-order tacos, chips, guacamole, and fresh salsas. Every taco is made-to-order and served on fresh handmade tortillas. Our beverage program will focus on the classics; margaritas, palomas, and ice-cold beer. We are seeking a foundational team of hospitality and culinary professionals to operate this high-volume and exciting Broadway location on Nashville’s most iconic street.

Overview

Tacos El Terry in Nashville is Hiring Now: CHEF de CUISINE!

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Chef de Cuisine with 4+ years of Chef experience. Lettuce Entertain You is bringing a new, late-night taco and drink spot to Nashville's bustling Broadway! Join our team and help us launch the city's next go-to destination for great food and drinks. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.

A Few of Our Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly Bonus
• Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation
• 401(k)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - focusing on a commitment to mental health & wellness

Why Work With Lettuce?

Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today! We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

Responsibilities

• Lead the opening shift process as well as including food orders, inventory and price updates; receiving and storage; overseeing inspections; and leading and managing menu changes
• Lead, direct and ensure effective and efficient BOH operations including but not limited to food prep and cooking, ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies, and supervise the kitchen employees
• Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
• Track and control food cost, and purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
• Partner with General Manager (GM) and/or designated managers/chefs to create prep lists throughout the day; and assign production duties to BOH staff
• Perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
• Partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
• Ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
• Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
• Model and promote teamwork across all teams
• Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
• Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
• Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Chef de Cuisine experience in a full-service restaurant
• Ability to lead and develop teams
• Skilled in managing BOH systems
• Must be comfortable working late hours, restaurant operates until 3:00 AM

Salary Range

USD $70,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.