THE OPTIMIST EXECUTIVE CHEF – UP TO $120K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)

Rocket Farm Restaurants; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A supportive culture and ethical work

Dynamic performance-based raises and —

Paid Time Off

Childbirth Recovery Leave

Parental Leave

Significant Long-term Retention bonos

Time off on major holidays

50% discount at all Rocket Farm Rest

Rocket Farm University

Employee-led Mentorship programs

Advisory Council and Safety Committee

Job summary

Rocket Farm Restaurants in Nashville seeks an Executive Chef who will lead the culinary team across production, prep, and service. This role focuses on sustainable, super fresh seafood, menu development, cost controls, and staff training to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Competitive compensation up to $120K per year plus bonus. The Executive Chef will direct daily operations, drive seasonal menus, and mentor culinary staff.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive culinary experience, five in senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team across production, prep and service.
• Direct food production and plating from the pass during service.
• Cost menus to meet or exceed budgeted percentages and train staff.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu costing

Staff training

Budgeting

Job description

THE OPTIMIST EXECUTIVE CHEF – UP TO $120K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)

• Full-Time

Locations

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 Executive Chef who is passionate about sustainable, super fresh seafood!

The Executive Chef leads the entire culinary team, directing the day-to-day operations of all areas of the kitchen including production and prep, special events and purchasing and receiving. He/she ensures that all culinary employees maximize efficiency and productivity in order to achieve total guest satisfaction while actively reviewing and evaluating daily guest feedback. The Executive Chef oversees the menu changes and education process to all culinary and service staff and engineers seasonal specials and event menus. Priorities also include directing food production and plating from the pass during service, properly and efficiently training all line cooks and costing menus to meet or exceed the budgeted percentage. He/she must foster an educational environment to develop all culinary staff for future advancement. 10-years of progressive culinary experience preferred, five of which are in senior management, required.

Full benefit eligibilityafter 30-days of employment:

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

• A supportive culture and ethical work environment
• Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions
• Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
• Significant Long-term Retention bonuses
• Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
• 50% discount 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

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