Naked Farmer ยท 1 month ago
Chef Operator (GM)
217 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNaked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group expanding into Nashville, seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. As a Chef Operator, you will lead a passionate culinary team, ensuring operational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the restaurant.
Restaurants
Responsibilities
Oversee the entire restaurant operation, including the management of costs, labor efficiency, guest experience, and driving sales growth
Inspire, encourage and coach your team to build daily disciplines and behaviors to run an efficient restaurant
Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine on quality assurance processes and transform guest feedback into actionable insights for continuous improvement
Spearhead new initiatives and manage their implementation, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset within your team to maintain high engagement and enthusiasm
Ensure the smooth operational flow of the restaurant by upholding culinary excellence, service quality, and adherence to health protocols
Handle technological and third-party platform issues proactively, adeptly troubleshooting and managing various operational aspects
Execute thorough reporting and documentation to deliver consistent updates and insights to the leadership team
Attain and uphold Department of Health Standards, set an example in cleanliness, and organize the kitchen and service areas effectively
Lead recruitment efforts, conducting interviews, and overseeing the onboarding process for new team members
Facilitate pre-shift briefings and team-building events to align your team with the latest updates and goals
Communicate proficiently across various digital platforms such as Google Drive, Slack, Toast, 7Shifts, Email, etc., ensuring timely correspondence
Qualification
Required
A passion for real, good food and a genuine interest in culinary practices and skills
A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in high-volume kitchen management or operational restaurant management with P&L responsibility
A deep understanding of how to run efficient restaurants
Demonstrated ability to maintain a strong work ethic and reliability
Physical capability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations
A team-oriented mindset, valuing the contributions of colleagues and aiming for the restaurant's collective success
Excellent verbal communication skills and a proactive, positive approach to challenges
A commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for both employees and guests
An eye for detail
Quick learning ability and adaptability, particularly when it comes to new recipes and seasonal menu changes
A sense of responsibility in a demanding, high-volume, and high-standard environment
Benefits
Competitive salary and a vibrant work culture
Profit-sharing incentives
Annual paid vacation
Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
Opportunities for career progression within our rapidly growing company
A complimentary Naked Farmer meal daily
Flexible work schedule
Paid Parking
Company
Naked Farmer
Naked Farmer is built on a mission to build a better food system by connecting farmers to community.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jordan Johnson
Founder & CEO
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