Moto Executive Chef

M Street Entertainment Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Moto with M Street Entertainment Group in Nashville seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, mentor staff, and uphold top-tier food quality, cleanliness, and service. This role demands a strong leader who communicates effectively in a high-energy environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in an Executive Chef role within fine dining, with a track record of longevity in restaurant groups and a passion for hospitality excellence.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in an Executive Chef or equivalent leadership role in fine dining.
• Proven longevity with previous restaurant groups (2+ years preferred).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team with training, execution, and accountability
• Ensure dishes meet standards and follow recipe specs
• Maintain inventory and support daily kitchen operations
• Monitor food safety and sanitation
• Lead staffing, scheduling, and operational goals
• Uphold professional, team-oriented kitchen culture

Skills

Executive Chef leadership

Fine dining

Menu development

Food safety

Team training

Inventory management

Cooking techniques

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $70,000 USD to $85,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Back of House
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MOTOE001130

Description

Join Our Team as an Executive Chef at Moto with M Street Entertainment Group

Are you passionate about delivering extraordinary hospitality and unforgettable dining experiences? Do you thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments? If so, M Street Entertainment Group invites you to be part of our award-winning team and redefine excellence in hospitality.

Who We Are:

M Street is more than just a collection of four exceptional dining concepts - we are a vibrant, innovative community driven by a shared passion for great food and drink, meaningful experiences, and constant growth. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, committed to teamwork, and focused on elevating every guest interaction. M Street is the premier lifestyle and hospitality organization in Tennessee - and we're just getting started.

What You'll Do:

M Street is currently seeking an Executive Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Moto. This individual will play a key role in leading kitchen operations, mentoring team members, and upholding the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and service. The ideal candidate is a confident leader, a strong communicator, and thrives in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Lead and inspire kitchen team with a focus on training, execution, and accountability
• Ensure all dishes meet our culinary standards and are executed according to recipe specs
• Maintain inventory, manage prep, and support daily kitchen operations
• Monitor food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness across all kitchen areas
• Lead kitchen with staffing, scheduling, and operational goals
• Uphold a professional and team-oriented kitchen culture

What We're Looking For:

• 4+ years in an Executive Chef or equivalent leadership role in fine dining
• Proven longevity with previous restaurant groups (2+ years preferred)Culinary-driven with a passion for innovation constantly pushing creativity in flavor, technique, and plating while staying ahead of culinary trends
• Expertise in product knowledge, station mastery, and prep execution
• Strong organizational skills and a collaborative, positive mindset
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Commitment to hospitality and professional growth

Why M Street?

• Work with passionate professionals in one of Nashville's top hospitality teams
• Be part of a diverse, dynamic, and award-winning culture
• Endless opportunities for growth, learning, and career development
• Make a real impact while having fun doing what you love

Ready to Join Us? Join M Street Entertainment where passion, professionalism, and innovation come together to create unforgettable experiences—for our guests and our team.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

• 4 years: Executive Chef or equivalent leadership role in fine dining

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