Lead Line Cook

Fancypants • Nashville, TN

2d • $23

About The Position

Fancypants isn’t just dinner—it’s a scene. Lights low, music up, cocktails flowing, and plates that wow. We’re a chef-driven, vegetable-forward restaurant in East Nashville, pushing bold flavors with heart and hospitality. Part of Honest To Goodness Hospitality (Butcher & Bee, Redheaded Stranger), Fancypants reimagines fine dining with a sense of fun and ease. It’s upscale without the attitude—where creativity shines and every guest feels at home. Fancypants is hiring a lead line cook to bring craft, speed, and consistency to the line while growing into leadership. We want someone hungry to learn, confident on the line, and ready when the heat is on.

Requirements

• Solid foundational skills: knife work, sanitation, food safety, mise en place discipline
• 2+ years’ line cook experience in a high-volume or chef-driven kitchen
• Calm under pressure, consistent in execution, fast without cutting corners
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Flexible for nights, weekends, holidays
• Team player eager to learn and support others

Nice To Haves

• experience expediting, banquets, or large-format dining

Responsibilities

• Cook on the line with speed, accuracy, and consistency
• Maintain high standards across all stations
• Collaborate with the Sous and Executive Chef on prep and priorities
• Mentor junior cooks, reinforcing standards
• Offer ideas to refine systems and improve quality
• Step into leadership—run the line or expedite when needed

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed