Executive Chef Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - West Palm Beach, FL Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar is looking for an exceptional Executive Chef to lead our West Palm Beach location! Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar is a vibrant South Florida-born concept known for bold energy, elevated Mexican cuisine, and a high-volume, high-style dining experience. We are seeking a proven Executive Chef to lead the culinary and operational vision of our West Palm Beach restaurant. This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role for a restaurant professional who excels both in the kitchen and in overall restaurant operations. The Executive Chef will be accountable for culinary execution, financial performance, team development, and guest experience while maintaining the standards and energy that define Rocco's Tacos. Why Join Rocco's? Competitive salary Performance-based bonus 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) Comprehensive benefits Life insurance Discounted dining for you and a guest Opportunity to lead an established, high-volume location within a growing restaurant group Key ResponsibilitiesCulinary Leadership Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and execution of Rocco's menu standards Lead menu execution, food presentation, recipe adherence, and kitchen efficiency Manage food costs, inventory, vendor relationships, and procurement Enforce all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards Operational & Financial Leadership Direct day-to-day kitchen and restaurant operations with a strong focus on P&L performance Develop and execute strategies to achieve revenue, cost control, and profitability goals Analyze financial and operational data to drive continuous improvement Maintain strong food and labor cost controls Partner with restaurant leadership and upper management to achieve business goals Team & Culture Development Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and retain a high-performing BOH team Build a positive, accountable, and professional culture aligned with brand values Lead by example with a visible presence during service Create and maintain structured training systems for the culinary team Develop future leaders and maintain strong BOH leadership Guest Experience & Brand Standards Ensure an exceptional guest experience through food, service, and overall execution Maintain Rocco's standards for quality, consistency, cleanliness, and hospitality Act as a leader and ambassador for the Rocco's Tacos brand Identify opportunities to improve operations, guest satisfaction, and overall restaurant performance Required Skills & Qualifications 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef, Chef-Driven GM, or similar senior culinary leadership role in a high-volume, upscale or luxury restaurant Strong culinary foundation with proven kitchen leadership experience Demonstrated success managing budgets, food and labor costs, and financial performance Expertise in team development, training, and leadership Solid understanding of restaurant operations, HR practices, compliance, and procurement Excellent communication, organization, and decision-making skills Proven experience recruiting and building high-performing culinary teams Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment Be Part of Something Big If you're a chef-leader who thrives on high-volume operations, strong team culture, accountability, and delivering an exceptional guest experience, we want to hear from you. Apply online today and take the lead at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar in West Palm Beach!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Executive Chef:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person