Executive Chef

bartaco•Nashville, TN

4h•Onsite

About The Position

At bartaco, food is our passion, but people are our purpose. The company invests in its team, fostering an atmosphere where members can learn, develop, and succeed in leadership, hospitality, or culinary roles. bartaco is guest-obsessed, aiming to create memorable moments for every guest. The culture is defined by touchstones: Pride, Good People, Positively Intolerant, Introspective, Transparent, and We Have Fun and Make People Happy. As an Executive Chef, you are the culinary leader responsible for ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and operational excellence. You will guide your team to execute established culinary standards with precision, ensuring every dish meets bartaco's commitment to excellence. Your role is to maintain smooth kitchen operations, uphold brand standards, and drive guest satisfaction through impeccable food quality and service. This position requires a strong culinary leader with a passion for maintaining operational excellence, driving consistency, and ensuring every dish reflects bartaco’s commitment to high standards and exceptional guest satisfaction. As an Executive Chef, you will be a key ambassador for bartaco's brand and culture, helping to create memorable dining experiences for guests.

Requirements

3 years of restaurant experience as an Executive Chef
A passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences
Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Experience mentoring and training hourly team members
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Able to tolerate long periods working on foot/standing up
Able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Leading the kitchen team by embodying bartaco’s core leadership principles and touchstones
Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring seamless execution of service and operational standards
Ensuring consistent execution of bartaco's culinary standards across every dish and service
Maintaining deep knowledge of recipes and kitchen procedures to ensure operational consistency and quality
Overseeing inventory management, analyzing AVT, ensuring proper ordering, tracking, analyzing AVT, proactive resolution of issues, and ensuring accountability
Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and company policies to maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment
Supporting the General Manager in optimizing kitchen operations and aligning team efforts toward delivering exceptional guest experiences
Ensuring that the culinary team consistently meets the standards of taste, presentation, and quality that bartaco is known for
Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team, promoting teamwork, accountability, and a guest-obsessed mentality
Manage and communicate effectively around rollouts, ensuring smooth execution and team readiness
Ensure daily, informative, and inspiring pre-shifts occur, keeping the team aligned and motivated
Demonstrate strong business acumen through managing financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and revenue growth
Mentorship, coaching, and accountability—ensuring every role contributes to exceptional service and operational excellence