Chef - New Restaurant Opening!

Jim 'N Nick's Careers • Anderson, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a unique opportunity to open a new restaurant and lead the culinary vision. You will be responsible for hiring and training the founding kitchen team, setting the standard for food quality and operations, and establishing the restaurant's reputation in the community. This role is demanding but highly rewarding, offering a fast track for growth for successful leaders.

Requirements

• 3+ years leading a high-volume kitchen as a chef, executive chef, or senior kitchen manager.
• Proficiency in scratch cooking; ability to maintain quality at high volumes.
• Experience in building and developing teams.
• Financial acumen, including detailed knowledge of food cost.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Real fire experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the craft and own food quality across the entire operation: pit, line, prep, and catering.
• Execute and protect recipes, specifications, and scratch standards on every plate, every shift.
• Coach and develop cooks into craftspeople and future kitchen leaders.
• Manage food cost, waste, inventory, and ordering with discipline.
• Maintain the highest standards for safety and sanitation.
• Partner with the General Manager and Local Owner on goals, budgets, and growth.

Benefits

• Chef Base Salary: $75k-$85k
• Chef bonus plan offering achievable, top-dollar rewards for results you control. Bonuses paid Monthly.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance from Day 1
• 401(k) with Annual Discretionary Match
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation: Two weeks of paid vacation beginning in your first year and additional time earned with service.
• The Bar-B-Q Family Fund provides support to members of the Jim ’N Nick’s family during times of unexpected hardship.
• Real Growth Opportunities: We are growing 15% year over year, providing real growth opportunities from Chef to Managing Partner and beyond.
• Culture built on Core Values (Respect, Honesty, Commitment, Discipline, and Support).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED