Chef de Cuisine (KM), Las Olas
Company: Naked Farmer Careers
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description CHEF DE CUISINE Location: 111 E
Las Olas Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Salary: $70-75K 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. ABOUT THE ROLE: As Chef De
Cuisine, you will lead the culinary team in our scratch kitchen,
acting as the culinary nuts-and-bolts of our restaurant. Your role
will be to manage and guide your team of chefs to run an efficient
kitchen where chefs love to work. With a talent for balancing
culinary excellence with operational savvy, you will lead and
inspire others, demonstrating both leadership and culinary skills.
Your ability to maintain strong relationships with farmers,
partners, and suppliers is essential, as is your oversight of daily
kitchen operations, adherence to sanitation standards, and
maintenance of kitchen equipment. You will be responsible for
supervising food preparation, menu planning, staffing, and ensuring
that every kitchen station operates smoothly. 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 Parking Reimbursement At Naked Farmer, we are cultivating
the next generation chefs. Our scratch-based kitchens are a hub for
individuals passionate about real, good food. Your passion for
cooking delicious food will be evident as you are a farmer of
people who enjoys helping other chefs master various cooking
stations, ensuring each recipe is prepared consistently to showcase
the best of the season. You will inspire and lead those eager to
share their love for cooking and transform others into skilled
chefs. If you are driven by a sense of purpose and a craving for
shaping the future of food, join us on our mission to build a
better food system. YOU WILL: 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. YOU HAVE: 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: Born during a global pandemic, Naked
Farmer quickly adapted, delivering fresh food directly from farm to
doorstep. Our ethos is founded on resilience, transparency, and
telling the story of the farmers behind our local food supply. With
a commitment to becoming 100% locally-sourced, we are now embarking
on an expansion phase, opening new locations and furthering our
mission of transparency in sourcing and cooking while supporting
local farmers, communities, and chefs. Currently operating seven
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. Join us as we build the
future of food together.
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