THE OPTIMIST SOUS CHEF – UP TO $70K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)
About The Position
The Optimist, located in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood, is seeking an enthusiastic Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves managing hourly back-of-house staff and assisting in the daily operations of the kitchen, including production, prep, special events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving. The Sous Chef will ensure food is prepared and presented correctly and in a timely manner, demonstrating a strong understanding of various cooking methods and preparation techniques. This position requires the ability to lead the kitchen effectively in the Executive Chef's absence, maintain a cohesive team, delegate efficiently, and work calmly under pressure. The ideal candidate will have a drive to be a natural leader.
Requirements
- 3-years of progressive culinary experience preferred
- One year of experience in a Lead Cook or Sous Chef position preferred
- Strong understanding and knowledge of various cooking methods and preparation techniques
- Ability to effectively and professionally lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
- Natural leader with the drive and ability to maintain a cohesive team, while efficiently delegating and working calmly under pressure.
Responsibilities
- Manages the hourly, back-of-house staff.
- Assists in the day-to-day operations of all areas of the kitchen including production, prep, special and private events, stewarding, purchasing and receiving.
- Ensures all food is properly prepared and presented to guests in a timely manner.
- Effectively and professionally leads the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
- Maintains a cohesive team, while efficiently delegating and working calmly under pressure.
Benefits
- Major Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Supportive culture and ethical work environment
- Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions
- Paid Time Off
- Childbirth Recovery Leave
- Parental Leave
- Significant Long-term Retention bonuses
- Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- 50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants
- Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement
- Employee-led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
