THE OPTIMIST COOK – UP TO $24/hr. (Germantown)

Rocket Farm Restaurants LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off on holidays

Dining discounts

Leadership training

Mentorship programs

Safety committee

Career advancement

Job summary

The Optimist Cook at Rocket Farm Restaurants LLC in Nashville is a part-time back-of-house role on the Germantown team. You will handle hot and cold prep, communicate on the line, and manage your assigned station to ensure guest satisfaction.

Competitive pay from $16 to $24 per hour based on experience, with time off on major holidays, dining discounts across Rocket Farm Restaurants, and opportunities for mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Culinary training degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and expedite food items on the back line while managing the assigned station to ensure total guest satisfaction.

Education

Culinary training degree

Job description

THE OPTIMIST COOK – UP TO $24/hr. (Germantown)

Job Category: Back of House

Requisition Number: THEOP023104

• Posted : September 14, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

The Optimist - Nashville
1400 Adams St
Nashville, TN 37208, USA

Description

At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the core philosophy that defines our culture is “We serve the person who is serving the guest.” Our culture is not something we act out on the floor of the restaurant. It starts with how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen – with dignity, respect, and care. We believe there should be no difference in how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen and how we treat and serve our guests in the dining room. We hope you agree and will consider joining us!

The Optimist brings a menu of casual, wood-fired fare to Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood, transporting landlocked Tennesseans coast side to experience fresh, sustainably sourced seafood.

The Optimist is seeking an experienced Cook to join our Nashville family!

With a seafood-inspired, seasonally driven menu, The Optimist Cook has a strong knowledge and understanding of the preparation of hot and cold food items and ability to communicate and expedite food items on the back line while managing his/her assigned station to ultimately ensure total guest satisfaction. A culinary training degree is preferred but not required. Apply today and become part of a dynamic, innovative, and heartfelt group of unique individuals!

Competitive pay - $16 to $24/hr. - based on experience and ability

As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

A supportive culture and ethical work environment

Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions

Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Dining discounts at all Rocket Farm Restaurants - Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park

Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement

Employee‑led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee

Additional benefits after 1-year of employment:

• Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
• Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.