Chef de Cuisine

Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with a strong commitment to delivering fresh, healthy, scratch-made meals that celebrate the seasonality of vegetables and the spirit of innovation. Founded during the global pandemic, Naked Farmer quickly established itself as a resilient and transparent entity by delivering fresh food directly from farm to doorstep. The company’s ethos centers on supporting local farmers and communities while building a sustainable food system that connects the people who grow food with those who enjoy it. With seven successful locations currently operating in Tampa Bay and South Florida, Naked Farmer is embarking on an ambitious expansion phase, aiming to open six additional locations across Florida within the next 18 months. This fresh growth includes the exciting upcoming opening of a new location in Nashville, Tennessee planned for 2026. This expansion offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, thriving, and socially responsible restaurant brand committed to improving food sourcing and hospitality.

The role of Chef De Cuisine at Naked Farmer represents a critical leadership position within the kitchen, responsible for overseeing all culinary operations and driving the delivery of consistently exceptional food made from scratch using local, seasonal ingredients. As a Chef De Cuisine, you will lead a talented culinary team in a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen that values innovation, quality, and operational efficiency. Your primary focus will be to manage daily kitchen activities, including supervising food preparation, menu planning, and equipment maintenance, while ensuring that sanitation and safety standards are upheld to the highest levels. Integral to your responsibilities is the development and mentorship of chef trainees, cultivating a kitchen culture that emphasizes teamwork, positivity, and continuous learning. You are expected to inspire your team members, setting a gold standard for culinary excellence and operational success, thereby creating a work environment where chefs enjoy their craft and grow professionally.

In addition to culinary leadership, the Chef De Cuisine will play a key role in managing relationships with farm partners, ensuring the integrity and quality of ingredients delivered to the kitchen. You will be responsible for inventory management, food costing, and collaborating closely with the Chef Operator on labor and supply needs to optimize kitchen performance and profitability. This position requires someone who appreciates the details—from order and storage to labeling, preparation, and waste management—and someone who is open to introducing innovative food preparation techniques that improve kitchen efficiency. The job also offers the chance to actively contribute to the growth of the Naked Farmer team through recruitment, training, and performance management.

Work at Naked Farmer comes with competitive salary and vibrant work culture, profit-sharing incentives, annual paid vacation, and affordable health, dental, and vision insurance. Employees enjoy a complimentary Naked Farmer meal every day and benefit from a flexible work schedule along with strong opportunities for career progression within this rapidly expanding company. The role is as much about shaping the future of food as it is about personal growth, making it ideal for passionate chefs who want to be part of a mission-driven team that is transforming the restaurant industry through sustainability and transparency. If you are a culinary leader eager to make a lasting impact while growing your career, Naked Farmer offers an unparalleled platform to do so.