Executive Chef — Lead High-Volume Dining Team + Bonus

Culinary Dropout; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Dining discount 50%

Discounts at Cheesecake Factory & The–

Gympass discounts

Paid time off

Incentive bonus opportunity

Job summary

Culinary Dropout is seeking an Executive Chef in Franklin, TN to lead high-volume restaurant operations and guest experiences. The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage shifts and schedules while maintaining quality and hospitality in a fast-paced setting.

The position offers competitive compensation with a 25% bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits. Immediate hire is available for a candidate who can drive exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years high-volume restaurant management experience.
• Understanding of business operations and financials.
• Manage shifts, scheduling, and planning.
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations.
• Understand flavors, aromas, and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts with daily decision making, scheduling and planning.
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations.
• Ensure product quality and restaurant cleanliness.
• Coach, lead and develop restaurant team.
• Understand flavors, aromas, and characteristics of food ingredients.
• Perform calmly and effectively in a high-volume environment.
• Manage on-the-fly requests with poise.
• Understand POS systems and OpenTable or other digital reservations.
• Demonstrate strong business operations awareness.

Skills

High-volume restaurant management

Team leadership

Budgeting/financials

Tools

POS systems

OpenTable

Job description

Culinary Dropout is seeking an Executive Chef in Franklin, TN to lead high-volume restaurant operations and guest experiences. The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage shifts and schedules while maintaining quality and hospitality in a fast-paced setting.

The position offers competitive compensation with a 25% bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits. Immediate hire is available for a candidate who can drive exceptional dining experiences.