Lead Chef & Kitchen Leader — 401k + Paid Vacation

Mister B's Pizza & Wings; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Major dining discounts

Paid vacation time

Medical, dental, and vision

Career coaching and advancement

Job summary

Mad Taco in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Chef who thrives in a high-energy, high-volume kitchen. You’ll lead the tribe, set the standard, and mentor a team that delivers wow moments for every guest. You balance culinary artistry with operational savvy, oversee inventory and prep, and coach talent to build a kitchen that feels like family.

Evenings, weekends and holidays are part of the rhythm. If you bring 3+ years as a Chef and a hospitality obsession, this is your moment to lead with heart

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years as a Chef in high-volume kitchens.
• Obsessed with hospitality and guest experience.
• Proven track record of coaching hourly teams.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen as a culture-carrier and ensure wow moments for guests.
• Balance culinary artistry with operational excellence and sharp cost control.
• Oversee inventory, prep lists, and kitchen standards to maintain quality.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff to build a high-performance team.
• Run pre-shift huddles and sustain a positive, collaborative atmosphere.

Skills

Chef leadership

High-volume kitchen

Hospitality focus

Team coaching

Job description

Mad Taco in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Chef who thrives in a high-energy, high-volume kitchen. You’ll lead the tribe, set the standard, and mentor a team that delivers wow moments for every guest. You balance culinary artistry with operational savvy, oversee inventory and prep, and coach talent to build a kitchen that feels like family.

Evenings, weekends and holidays are part of the rhythm. If you bring 3+ years as a Chef and a hospitality obsession, this is your moment to lead with heart