Top 281 Chefs Jobs in Tennessee

Head Sushi Chef
Confidential —Nashville, TN
- $72,800 - $88,400 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
Luogo —Nashville, TN
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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THE OPTIMIST SOUS CHEF – UP TO $70K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)
Rocket Farm Restaurants LLC —Nashville, TN
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
3d
LITTLE REY EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – UP TO $85K/yr. + BONUS (Nashville)
Rocket Farm Restaurants LLC —Nashville, TN
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Senior level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
14d
Sous Chef
City Winery Nashville —Nashville, TN
- $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- English
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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10d
Kitchen Manager
Dave & Buster's —Chattanooga, TN
- $63,527 - $74,738 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Training & development
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
2d
Executive Sous Chef - Golf & Special Events
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Memphis, TN
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Executive Sous Chef | Full-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics
Oak View Group —Nashville, TN
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- University
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sous Chef
Stonebreaker Hotel —Memphis, TN
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Hotel
Chef
Memphis Shelby County Schools —Memphis, TN
- $62,844 - $82,640 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Morrison Healthcare —Memphis, TN
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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4d
Executive Chef/Food and Beverage Director
DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Chattanooga Downtown —Chattanooga, TN
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hotel
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef 1
Sodexo —Memphis, TN
- $56,270 - $72,820 a year
- Full-time
- Organizational skills
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
9d
Director of Culinary Development
THE ELIA GROUP LLC —Nashville, TN
- $115,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Director of Culinary Operations
THE ELIA GROUP LLC —Nashville, TN
- $120,000 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Chef de Cuisine - Uchi Nashville (Come Train with us!)
Uchi Restaurants —Nashville, TN
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Children
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sous Chef, Bridgestone Arena
Delaware North —Nashville, TN
- $56,900 - $76,800 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Leadership
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Senior Sous Chef Commissary
Marriott International, Inc —Nashville, TN
- $79,950 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
Sous Chef
DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Chattanooga Downtown —Chattanooga, TN
- $50,000 - $54,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
SkyBridge Luxury & Associates —Nashville, TN
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Head Sushi Chef

Confidential
Nashville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$72,800 - $88,400 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Food & beverage industry purchasing experience
Kitchen health and safety standards
Sushi
Sourcing
Assisting with meal planning
Operations management
Fish handling
Food service health code compliance
Kitchen knives
Fine dining experience
Japanese cuisine
Menu concept development
Cost control
Fish processing
Team development
Schedule management
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
HACCP
Continuous improvement
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Seafood
Hospitality industry experience
Mentoring
Organizational skills
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management

Full Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Sushi Chef to lead our omakase program. This role oversees daily sushi operations, menu execution, inventory, and team development while upholding the highest standards of quality, technique, and hospitality. The ideal candidate is a skilled leader with a deep respect for traditional Japanese cuisine and a commitment to delivering an exceptional omakase experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop the sushi team while fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
Execute and refine seasonal omakase menus using premium ingredients and refined techniques.
Oversee fish sourcing, handling, storage, and preparation.
Manage inventory, purchasing, and food costs while minimizing waste.
Maintain exceptional standards for knife skills, sushi preparation, and presentation.
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and seafood handling standards.
Partner with restaurant leadership to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience

Extensive experience as a sushi chef in a high-end omakase, fine dining, or upscale Japanese restaurant.
Previous experience leading and developing a sushi team.
Expert knowledge of traditional sushi techniques, fish fabrication, knife skills, and premium ingredients.
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards for seafood.
Experience with inventory management, purchasing, scheduling, and cost control.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment with a strong commitment to hospitality.

Join us as our Head Sushi Chef to craft memorable culinary experiences that delight our guests! Bring your passion for sushi artistry combined with your leadership skills to create an energetic atmosphere where excellence is always the standard.

Pay: $72,800.00 - $88,400.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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