EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – MICHELIN-LEVEL FINE DINING | CHATTANOOGA, TN

This is not a job for an average chef.

We are building a world-class culinary program and need a driven, disciplined Executive Sous Chef who thrives in intense kitchens where standards are high, details matter, and every plate must be perfect.

If you come from Michelin-level, James Beard-caliber, or elite fine dining kitchens and want to be part of a team pushing the limits of culinary excellence, this is your opportunity.

You’ll work directly with an acclaimed Executive Chef, leading a high-performance brigade while helping execute a technique-driven menu designed to compete with the best restaurants in the country.

Compensation & Benefits

• $110K–$115K base salary
• Performance bonus potential
• Structured schedule that allows for high performance without burnout
• Opportunity to grow within a Michelin-caliber restaurant group
• Work with a serious culinary team committed to excellence

What We Need

• 3–5+ years in elite fine dining kitchens
• Experience in Michelin-starred, Michelin-aspiring, or James Beard-level restaurants strongly preferred
• Proven ability to lead, train, and hold a culinary team accountable
• Strong knowledge of food cost control, kitchen systems, ordering, and inventory
• Deep understanding of seasonal menus, technique-driven cuisine, and modern plating
• Culinary degree preferred

The Right Chef

• A disciplined leader who commands respect in the kitchen
• A chef who thrives under pressure and sets the pace for the team
• Someone obsessed with precision, consistency, and execution
• A mentor who develops young cooks and future chefs
• Passionate about pushing culinary boundaries and building something special

This is a rare opportunity to help lead one of Chattanooga’s most ambitious fine-dining kitchens.

If you have the background, the drive, and the standards to compete at the highest level, let’s talk.