Sous Chef Jobs in Tennessee

A Sous Chef, often considered as the right hand of the Executive Chef, plays a crucial role in managing kitchen operations in the culinary industry. The Sous Chef is responsible for developing menus, assisting in food preparation, maintaining kitchen inventory, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Furthermore, they collaborate closely with the Executive Chef in creating innovative recipes, designing special dishes, and managing kitchen budgets. They also step in and take charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Important skills for a Sous Chef include strong culinary abilities, leadership skills, creativity, time management and excellent communication skills. They should be familiar with kitchen health and safety regulations and often require food handling certification. Typical roles a person might hold before advancing to a Sous Chef position include Line Cook, Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef. Formal culinary education, such as a degree from a culinary institute, along with several years of practical experience in the kitchen, are normally required to be considered for a Sous Chef position.

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Sous Chef - Tex Mex Restaurant

  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago

Sous Chef - Nashville, TN - Up to $80k We are working with an big hospitality group who has grown across the country with fun, trendy, different concepts.We are recruiting for a Sous Chef for one of...

Sr Sous Chef

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 hours ago

Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Senior Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility....

New Bar/Restaurant FEDERALES in Nashville is HIRING SOUS CHEF

  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Job Summary Our restaurant is searching for a creative and motivated Sous Chef to expand their culinary skills and grow with us....

Jr Sous Chef - Indian & Western

  • TN
  • 1 day ago
  • TN
  • 1 day ago

Entry level management position that focuses on successfully accomplishing the daily objectives in the kitchen. Assists in leading staff while personally assisting in all areas of the kitchen,...

Sous Chef - TC Restaurant Group

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Sous Chefs are expected to work between 40 - 50 hours weekly, with an average 5-day work week....

Cook II

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Summary The Line Cook II prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost effectiveness with respect for...

Sr Sous Chef

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Senior Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility....

Junior Sous Chef

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details JUNIOR SOUS CHEF $48.5k52.5k Were hiring a Junior Sous Chef whos ready to step into a leadership role that values mentorship, consistency, and good food...

Cook II

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee.# The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position...

Sous Chef

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago

The Position: Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef Ability to manage day-to-day operations in a from-scratch operation. Oversee all kitchen employees daily. Kitchen management experience a must....

Pastry Cook II

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

You assist in developing new products for a la carte and catering menus on a rotating basis....

Sous Chef

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Now hiring Sous Chefs excited to be part of a highly anticipated restaurant opening with an established hospitality group that offers long-term career advancement and professional growth opportunities...

Line Cook II - Nashville

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Production and a-la-carte dish(s) execution. Including weekend feast ideas and team meals....

Sous Chef - Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort - Exempt

  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 5 days ago

The right Sous Chef checklist will include equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator....

Sous Chef - Ole Red Gatlinburg

  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 7 days ago

Create and execute the menu recipes defined by the Ole Red brand for the Ole Red Gatlinburg location. Oversee the staff and details related to the production and execution of the menu items....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Tennessee offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.6%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
21.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sous Chefs in Tennessee
None
40.9%
2-4 years
25.9%
Less than 1 year
23.4%
1-2 years
6.2%
4-6 years
3.7%


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