Benefits:

Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Employee discounts

Taco Boy Folly Beach is a laid-back, beachside taco spot just steps from the sand — known for scratch-made, Mexican-inspired food, strong drinks, and beach bar energy. Our kitchen runs at high volume, high energy, and high standards, serving a steady stream of locals and beach-goers year-round.

We're looking for an Executive Chef who can take full ownership of the kitchen — someone who builds structure, sets the standard, and leads a team with accountability, without needing to be told twice.

What You'll Do

· Run day-to-day kitchen operations independently, from prep through close, with minimal oversight

· Prepare and cook scratch-made, Mexican-inspired dishes to a consistent standard, for regular service and special events alike

· Build and enforce consistent training, prep, and recipe standards across the team

· Manage day-to-day staffing: assign tasks, set performance and development goals, and hold the team accountable to a clear standard

· Manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory/ordering to hit budget targets, minimizing waste

· Train all team members on and enforce compliance with federal, state, and local food safety and labor regulations

· Maintain a safe, hygienic kitchen environment and consistent quality across all raw and cooked food

· Partner with the General Manager on menu execution and kitchen performance

· Jump in on any station as needed — this is a hands-on leadership role, not a desk job

· Build a stable, well-trained team and reduce kitchen turnover

What We're Looking For

· 3+ years of culinary leadership experience in a supervisory or executive chef capacity, ideally in a high-volume kitchen (beach, coastal, or high-tourist-traffic experience a plus)

· Proven ability to lead a kitchen independently, with strong structure, accountability, and decision-making skills

· Experience managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory in a fast-paced environment

· ServSafe or Food Handler's certification (or willingness to obtain before starting)

· Working knowledge of food service regulations to ensure ongoing compliance

· Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to run hot and cold line production simultaneously under pressure

· Strong communication and team leadership skills

· Experience with restaurant POS/back-office systems (e.g. Toast, Restaurant365) a plus

Physical Requirements

· Able to stand for extended periods, up to 8+ hours per shift, in an environment with varying temperatures

· Able to lift, carry, or pull heavy objects as required for the role

· Proficient with hand tools and kitchen equipment relevant to the position

What We Offer

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance (50% employer-paid)

· Short-term disability (50% employer-paid)

· Additional voluntary/ancillary benefits available at employee expense

· Manager meal comps at all Taco Boy locations

Ready to Run a Kitchen the Right Way?

Apply today — we're moving quickly on this hire.

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Welcome to Taco Boy.

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