Chef de Cuisine

About the role

Naked Farmer is expanding into two new locations in 2026 and seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary team in the scratch kitchen. The role involves managing and guiding a team to run an efficient kitchen, balancing culinary excellence with operational savvy, and overseeing daily kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a kitchen culture that embodies our best practices and standards, inspiring your team through every service.
• Lead and mentor the chef trainees, setting an example of culinary expertise and positivity to consistently deliver exceptional food.
• Guarantee the quality and presentation of food across all business channels, treating dine-in, pick-up, and delivery orders with equal dedication.
• Act as the go-to resource for the kitchen staff on recipe inquiries, preparation checklists, and food quality, maintaining order and consistency.
• Manage the receipt and quality control of fresh ingredients from our farm partners, and oversee inventory, supplies, and quality assurance processes.
• Organize prep lists and collaborate with the Chef Operator on food inventory and ordering to ensure the kitchen is well-prepared and organized.
• Setup your team for success on each service by managing the deployment board and prep schedules effectively.
• Perform line checks, assess readiness of food, anticipate needs, and manage potential waste to ensure seamless service.
• Set the kitchen up for success, completing all tasks with timeliness and a focus on safety.
• Introduce and test food preparation techniques that enhance kitchen efficiency, and remain open to innovative systems and processes.
• Uphold stringent kitchen operations, including storage, labeling, preparation, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health standards and guidelines.
• Lead in placing orders and managing kitchen facilities, and collaborate with the Chef Operator on labor and food costs.
• Grow your kitchen team through active recruitment, training, performance management, mentorship, and disciplinary procedures when necessary.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years' experience leading a culinary team in a high-volume setting.
• A deep passion for quality food and a desire to constantly improve.
• Strong culinary expertise with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• A proven work ethic and the ability to perform the job's physical demands, such as lifting up to 50 pounds.
• A collaborative spirit and readiness to contribute as needed.
• Respect and appreciation for your team and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• A vision for mentoring and developing chefs into future restaurant leaders.
• Reliability and a consistent performance record.
• Adaptable interpersonal skills and the ability to meet new challenges with agility.
• An unwavering attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a vibrant work culture
• Profit-sharing incentives
• 401(k)
• Annual paid vacation
• Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for career progression within our rapidly growing company
• A complimentary Naked Farmer meal daily
• Flexible work schedule

About Naked Farmer

Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable meals. Our restaurants celebrate the seasonality of vegetables and the spirit of innovation, striving to create a sustainable food system that strengthens the connection between farmers and the community.