ROCKET FARM RESTAURANTS EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – UP TO $85K/yr. + BONUS (Nashville)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas including production/prep, private parties and special events, stewarding, purchasing and receiving
• Ensure culinary staff can create all menu items to the highest standards
• Effectively and professionally run the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Lead a cohesive team while working calmly under pressure
• Manage culinary budget and aggressively monitor labor, scheduling and overtime to ensure maximum productivity and guest satisfaction

Requirements

• 5 years of progressive culinary experience preferred
• 2 years in a Sous Chef capacity preferred

Pay

Competitive salary: $70,000 – $85,000/yr DOE + generous quarterly bonus program

Benefits

• Full benefit eligibility after 30 days of employment: Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 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
• 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

Schedule

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