Executive Chef

3 days ago

Sarasota, Florida, United States Naked Farmer Careers Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead our culinary team in our scratch kitchen. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing and guiding your team of chefs to run an efficient kitchen where chefs love to work.

As a culinary leader, you will be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with farmers, partners, and suppliers, overseeing daily kitchen operations, adhering to sanitation standards, and maintaining kitchen equipment. You will also be responsible for supervising food preparation, menu planning, staffing, and ensuring that every kitchen station operates smoothly.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cultivate a kitchen culture that embodies our best practices and standards, inspiring your team through every service.
  • Lead and mentor the chef trainees, setting an example of culinary expertise and positivity to consistently deliver exceptional food.
  • Guarantee the quality and presentation of food across all business channels, treating dine-in, pick-up, and delivery orders with equal dedication.
  • Act as the go-to resource for the kitchen staff on recipe inquiries, preparation checklists, and food quality, maintaining order and consistency.
  • Manage the receipt and quality control of fresh ingredients from our farm partners, and oversee inventory, supplies, and quality assurance processes.
  • Organize prep lists and collaborate with the Chef Operator on food inventory and ordering to ensure the kitchen is well-prepared and organized.
  • Setup your team for success on each service by managing the deployment board and prep schedules effectively.
  • Perform line checks, assess readiness of food, anticipate needs, and manage potential waste to ensure seamless service.
  • Set the kitchen up for success, completing all tasks with timeliness and a focus on safety.
  • Introduce and test food preparation techniques that enhance kitchen efficiency, and remain open to innovative systems and processes.
  • Uphold stringent kitchen operations, including storage, labeling, preparation, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health standards and guidelines.
  • Lead in placing orders and managing kitchen facilities, and collaborate with the Chef Operator on labor and food costs.
  • Grow your kitchen team through active recruitment, training, performance management, mentorship, and disciplinary procedures when necessary.
Requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience leading a culinary team in a high-volume setting.
  • A deep passion for quality food and a desire to constantly improve.
  • Strong culinary expertise with a willingness to learn and adapt.
  • A proven work ethic and the ability to perform the job's physical demands, such as lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • A collaborative spirit and readiness to contribute as needed.
  • Respect and appreciation for your team and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • A vision for mentoring and developing chefs into future restaurant leaders.
  • Reliability and a consistent performance record.
  • Adaptable interpersonal skills and the ability to meet new challenges with agility.
  • An unwavering attention to detail.
About Naked Farmer

Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations across Florida, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable meals. Our restaurants celebrate the seasonality of vegetables and the spirit of innovation, striving to create a sustainable food system that strengthens the connection between farmers and the community.

We are committed to becoming 100% locally-sourced and are expanding our mission of transparency in sourcing and cooking while supporting local farmers, communities, and chefs. Currently operating six restaurants in Tampa Bay and South Florida, we are in the process of adding six more across the state over the next 18 months.

And yes, all employees enjoy complimentary Naked Farmer meals every day—don't miss out on the sweet potatoes.

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