THE OPTIMIST EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – UP TO $80K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)

The company name is "Rocket Farm Restaurants".; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Farm Restaurants is looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Nashville. The role involves overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining high culinary standards while ensuring team cohesion and productivity. With 5 years of culinary experience, you will lead a passionate team and manage daily kitchen processes, contributing to an innovative dining experience that prioritizes sustainable seafood.

Benefits

Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Performance-based raises and promotions

Paid Time Off, Parental and Childbirth Recovery Leave

Long-term retention bonuses

50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants

Leadership training and career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience.
• At least 2 years in a Sous Chef role is preferred.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and production.
• Manage kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure high standards in menu execution and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Culinary Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

At Rocket Farm Restaurants, our core philosophy is “We serve the person who is serving the guest.” Our culture emphasizes treating and serving each other with dignity, respect, and care, starting in the kitchen and extending to our guests. We invite you to join us!

The Optimist offers a menu of casual, wood-fired fare in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood, bringing a coastal experience with fresh, sustainably sourced seafood.

We are seeking an exacting and enthusiastic Executive Sous Chef to join our team!

The Executive Sous Chef oversees daily kitchen operations, including production, private parties, events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving. They ensure high standards in menu execution and manage the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. The ideal candidate works calmly under pressure, leads a cohesive team, manages budgets, and monitors labor, scheduling, and overtime to optimize productivity and guest satisfaction. A minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 2 years as a Sous Chef, is preferred. Apply today to become part of our dynamic and innovative team!

Salary: $65,000 – $80,000/year DOE + quarterly bonus

Benefits after 30 days of employment include:

• Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Additional team member benefits:

• Supportive culture and ethical work environment
• Performance-based raises and promotions
• Paid Time Off, Parental and Childbirth Recovery Leave
• Long-term retention bonuses
• Family-friendly holiday schedule: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
• 50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants in Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park
• Rocket Farm University: leadership training and career development
• Mentorship programs, Advisory Council, and Safety Committee

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.