Top 26 Entry level chef Jobs in Tennessee

Catering Sous Chef
Vanderbilt University —Nashville, TN
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Kitchen/ Sushi Chef
anaba japanese cuisine —Knoxville, TN
- $16 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Food service experience
- Flexible schedule
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Executive Chef 3
Sodexo —Nashville, TN
- $74,290 - $96,140 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Chef 2
Sodexo —Nashville, TN
- $64,600 - $83,600 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Sous Chef | Part-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics
Oak View Group —Nashville, TN
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Sous Chef, New Restaurant Opening
Naked Farmer Careers —Nashville, TN
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Profit sharing
- Dental insurance
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Chef
Fort Loudoun Yacht Club —Knoxville, TN
- $150 a day
- Weekends only
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Cook/ Prep Cook/ Sous Chef
Garden Plaza of Greenbriar Cove —Collegedale, TN
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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13d
Executive Pastry Sous Chef
Grand Hyatt Nashville —Nashville, TN
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Supervising experience
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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5d
Sous Chef - Dollywood Theme Park - Full Time Year Round
Dollywood Parks & Resorts —Pigeon Forge, TN
- $22 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Sheraton Grand Nashville - Executive Sous Chef OEM
Aimbridge Hospitality —Nashville, TN
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Word processing
- Merchandising
- Free parking
- AD&D insurance
SOUS CHEF - FT. SANDERS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - KNOXVILLE, TN
Morrison Healthcare —Knoxville, TN
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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SOUS CHEF/COOK - BANQUET HALL
Buddys Bar-B-Q —Knoxville, TN
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Chef
Aster Springs —Nashville, TN
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
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3d
Sushi Hand Roll Chef / Prep
Hattori Nori Hand Roll Bar —Nashville, TN
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Chef / manager front house
Pasta Galifi llc —Goodlettsvlle, TN
- $800 - $1,000 a week
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- In-person
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8d
Chef de Partie
Discovery Land Company —Nashville, TN
- Weekends as needed
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
3d
Pizza Chef at Gina's Stonefired Italian & Pizzeria
Gina's Stonefired Italian & Pizzeria —Franklin, TN
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- POS
- 1 year
- Flexible schedule
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Sushi Chef
Briza Restaurant —Memphis, TN
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
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Pastry Chef
Common House —Chattanooga, TN
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Catering Sous Chef

Vanderbilt University -
Nashville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $75,000 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
403(b)
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Computer operation
Staff supervision
Teamwork
Microsoft Outlook
Operations management
Food service health code compliance
Spreadsheets
Writing skills
High school diploma or GED
Team development
Managing kitchen staff
Industrial equipment
Food preparation equipment operation
Time management

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Catering Sous Chef for Vanderbilt Catering & Events will be responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations within the catering division. This position will oversee kitchen activities including food preparation, food presentation, menu planning, execution, and culinary excellence. This position will cover shifts and act as unit manager. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef of Catering, this position is responsible for assisting in supervising staff and plays a large role in supporting productive employee relationships which embrace sustainability and influence a positive team environment.

About Vanderbilt Catering & Events and Campus Dining Department:

Vanderbilt Catering delivers the excellence expected from Vanderbilt University. As a division of Vanderbilt Enterprises, we are engaged with our campus community. Whether the function is a continental breakfast for ten, a buffet for one hundred or a gala dinner for one thousand, Vanderbilt Catering will provide the caliber of food and distinction of service the University expects from its on-campus caterer. As the preferred caterer of the Chancellor’s office and much of the university, attention to detail, creativity and excellence are expected.

On average, the Catering department services 1400 events annually. Event breakdown is roughly 30% buffet, 25% reception, 15% Meeting Break, and 30% Boxed Meal and Continental Breakfast. 20-25% of events require custom menus.

Key Functions and Expected Performance

o Provide leadership and direction to encourage and maintain a positive and collaborative working environment that promotes efficient and effective operations and provide exceptional customer service o Responsible for opening and closing operations according to expectations of the management team

o Train the staff in proper cooking techniques and presentation o Oversee staffing in operation and redirect labor as needed

o Maintain high-level product knowledge by taking initiative in acquiring education to train, coach, and develop direct reports

o Order food, beverages, dry goods and other supplies, while maintaining unit budgetary guidelines.

o Manage, train and evaluate assigned culinary/kitchen staff including union employees o Menu writing, development and planning o Ensure the proper storage of food and supplies

o Complete a monthly inventory of goods and assist the chef in monitoring food cost o Encourages creative approaches to improved financial viability including cost reduction initiatives and other related efforts

o Ensure food is properly dated and labeled in coolers and storage areas

oEnsure performance expectations and work rules are clearly communicated and implemented by leading, coaching and mentoring to promote a culture of stewardship, high performance and growth

o Plan ahead to best manage and communicate information at line-ups.

o Maintain a safe work environment by modeling, enforcing, and communicating all safety standards

o Delegate tasks to employees as necessary

o Ensure uniform compliance and professional appearance of staff members o Serve as link between staff and management to communicate concerns and ideas o Manage escalating employee conduct issues

o Provide on-going coaching and performance feedback to staff members

oManage workstations by evaluating and coaching employees to ensure proper processes and procedures are being met to ensure that quality standard internal controls are being practiced o Supervise the sanitation of workstations including floor care, worktables, walls, hoods, refrigerators, equipment and utensils

o Confirm staff complete daily temperature logs and cleaning lists

o Assist executive chef in menu creation

Supervisory Relationships:

This position has direct supervisory responsibility over hourly, union food service employees; this position reports administratively and functionally to the Executive Catering Chef

Qualifications:

▪ A high school diploma or GED is necessary.

▪ An Associate’s degree from an accredited higher education institution with specialized training in Culinary Arts is preferred.

▪ 1 year of related culinary management and experience in developing a quality food program in a restaurant or hospitality environment is strongly preferred.

▪ ServSafe Manager certification within 30 days of hire is necessary. Existing understanding of food safety required.

▪ AllerTrain U certification within 30 days of hire is necessary. Existing understanding of food safety pertaining to allergens required

▪ Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and applications is necessary.

▪ Basic computer skills and an ability to work in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) is necessary.

▪ Strong communication (verbal, written, interpersonal) skills and an ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population is necessary.

▪ Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage competing priorities is necessary.

▪ Operational knowledge of industrial kitchen equipment (dishwasher, oven, ventilation systems, etc.) is necessary.

▪ Strong time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills and an eye for detail is necessary. Sense of urgency is required

▪ Manage people, maintain confidentiality and be accountable for Vanderbilt assets is necessary.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
403(b)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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