Executive Chef Jobs in Tennessee

An Executive Chef, also known as Head Chef or Master Chef, holds a pivotal role in the culinary industry. They supervise every facet of the kitchen, including menu planning, quality control, staff management, and inventory. They are responsible for ensuring that the kitchen runs efficiently, the food is delicious, and the staff adheres to health and safety regulations. An Executive Chef may also liaise with suppliers, manage the kitchen budget, and create unique dishes. Furthermore, they often have a hand in marketing and business decisions related to the restaurant or establishment.

Aspiring Executive Chefs must possess a range of skills including creativity, leadership, time management, an understanding of culinary techniques, and a deep knowledge of ingredients. A degree from a culinary school is beneficial, as is certification such as Certified Executive Chef (CEC) from the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Prior to becoming an Executive Chef, a person may work in roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager. These roles provide the necessary hands-on experience and insight into kitchen operations, food preparation, and staff supervision, which are vital for an Executive Chef role.

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Food Service Director

  • Ashland City, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland City, TN
  • 1 day ago

Wage Rate $67,000.00/year Overview Are you looking for a career with premium benefitsand the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, we have created somethingspecial, a better place to...

Executive Chef

  • Hermitage, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 1 day ago

Jump-start your career as a(an) Executive Chef today with TriStar Summit Medical Center....

Food Service Director

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 1 day ago

Overview Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director / Dining Services Manager / Dining Account Manager / Dining Services Department Manager Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group...

F&B Manager / Executive Chef

  • Sevierville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Proven experience managing banquet and catering operations, along with a la carte restaurant service....

Chef de Cuisine (Nelsons Green Brier Distillery)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Company Summary One hot summer day in 2006, Andy and Charlie Nelson were driving with their dad to a butcher shop in Greenbrier, TN, when they noticed a historic marker for Nelson's Greenbrier...

Executive Chef

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 6 days ago

:** We are looking to add an experienced, motivated executive chef for our Corporate Chefs team in Chattanooga, TN....

Food Service Director

  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago

Food Service Director** **Job Reference Number:** 29938 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Community Meals **Brand:** Trio-Community-Meals **State:** Tennessee (US-TN) **The...

Chef de Cuisine (Nelson's Green Brier Distillery)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Company Summary One hot summer day in 2006, Andy and Charlie Nelson were driving with their dad to a butcher shop in Greenbrier, TN, when they noticed a historic marker for Nelsons...

Chef de Cuisine

  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago

Able to coordinate banquet production and plating with the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and Banquet Captains....

Kitchen Supervisor (Full Time)

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 10 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a full time KITCHEN SUPERVISOR position. Location: Mars - 3500 Peerless Road Northwest, Cleveland, TN 37312. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Executive Chef

  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago

The Executive Chef is responsible for all aspects of the kitchen and culinary operation to ensure that the daily operation of the culinary department achieves established goals and objectives in sales...

Kitchen Supervisor (Full Time)

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 12 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time KITCHEN SUPERVISOR position. Location : Mars - 3500 Peerless Road Northwest, Cleveland, TN 37312. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Executive Chef I - Parkwest Medical Center

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 days ago

The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members....

Executive Chef I - Parkwest Medical Center

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 days ago

The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members....

Banquet Kitchen Supervisor

  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago

Location Nashville Hotel The Omni Nashville Hotel was specially created to be an authentic expression of Nashvilles vibrant music culture. Across from the new Music City Center, the luxury hotel...

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Salary for Executive Chef Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Executive Chefs in Tennessee offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
35.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.1%
High School or GED
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
0.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Chefs in Tennessee
4-6 years
39.3%
2-4 years
32.1%
1-2 years
10.7%
6-8 years
10.7%
10+ years
3.6%
8-10 years
3.6%


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