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Chrysalis Modern Italian

Sous Chef

Franklin, TN · On-site

$65K/yr

The Sous Chef role at Chrysalis is a hands on lead-by-example position, which involves working side ... Evening shift Ability to commute/relocate: * Franklin, TN 37067: Reliably commute or planning to ...

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Chrysalis Modern Italian

Sous Chef

Franklin, TN

$65K/yr

The Sous Chef role at Chrysalis is a hands on lead-by-example position, which involves working side ... Evening shift Ability to commute/relocate: * Franklin, TN 37067: Reliably commute or planning to ...

Love's Alibi

Executive Chef

Nashville, TN

$69K - $95K/yr

Please only apply if you live in or are willing to relocate to the Nashville Metropolitan Area. JOB PURPOSE The Executive Chef at Loves Alibi is responsible for leading the stabilization and ...

Love's Alibi

Executive Chef

Nashville, TN · On-site

$65K/yr

Please only apply if you live in or are willing to relocate to the Nashville Metropolitan Area. JOB PURPOSE The Executive Chef at Loves Alibi is responsible for leading the stabilization and ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Memphis, TN · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Salary: $75,000-90,000 Other Forms of Compensation: $5,000 Sign On Bonus, Relocation Assistance ... The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations for a 250-bed hospital with 2 retail cafes, while ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Memphis, TN · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Salary: $75,000-90,000 Other Forms of Compensation: $5,000 Sign On Bonus, Relocation Assistance ... The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations for a 250-bed hospital with 2 retail cafes, while ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Memphis, TN · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Salary: $75,000-90,000 Other Forms of Compensation: $5,000 Sign On Bonus, Relocation Assistance ... The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations for a 250-bed hospital with 2 retail cafes, while ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Salary: $55,000-60,000 Other Forms of Compensation: $5,000 Sign On Bonus, Relocation Assistance ... The Executive Chef is based out of an 80-bed hospital with a retail cafe on site. This individual ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Johnson City, TN

$55K - $60K/yr

Salary: $55,000-60,000 Other Forms of Compensation: $5,000 Sign On Bonus, Relocation Assistance ... The Executive Chef is based out of an 80-bed hospital with a retail cafe on site. This individual ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Salary: $55,000-60,000 Other Forms of Compensation: $5,000 Sign On Bonus, Relocation Assistance ... The Executive Chef is based out of an 80-bed hospital with a retail cafe on site. This individual ...

Koch Industries

Sales Manager

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Relocation assistance is available within the United States. Compensation: Our compensation package ... At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ...

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A Chef Relocation job involves a professional chef moving to a new location, often domestically or internationally, to work for a restaurant, hotel, resort, or private employer. These roles typically include relocation support such as visa assistance, housing arrangements, or financial aid for moving costs. Employers seek experienced chefs who can adapt to new culinary environments and bring their expertise to different cuisines or dining establishments.

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Executive Chef

Henderson, TN • On-site

Metz Culinary Management
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$50K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Executive Chef
Location: Freed-Hardeman University, Henderson TN
Relocation Assistance is available!
Freed-Hardeman University is a private university associated with the Churches of Christ and located in Henderson, Tennessee, United States. We are seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead our AWESOME Culinary Team!
Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for Rock Star Executive Chef who shares our passion for Food and Service and Leadership. We are seeking a Culinary Leader, with a passion for Food, Service and AMAZING Presentations.
Our Executive Chef must have a mentoring management style creating a culture of fun, creativity and growth. If you have the CULINARY CHOPS and passion for current, trending and diverse menus, and are ready to hit the ground running in a fast paced, high volume setting, we would like to hear from you! Must have Executive and/or Sous Chef experience in preferably an institution style, multi-outlet setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining setting.
Requirements:
  • 3-5+Plus Years in a Supervisory Experience as Sous Chef or Executive Chef
  • High Volume background
  • Institutional facility or multi-outlet experience preferred
  • Impeccable communication Skills
  • Strong Restaurant Management knowledge
  • Thorough knowledge of Menu implementation with STUNNING presentation ideas
  • Strong Catering Experience
  • Culinary Degree strongly preferred

Metz Culinary Management Values are what separates us from the competition. Our Leaders share our Values, Attributes, and Strategic Focus reinforcing our culture and values every day to our Team Members creating an environment for personal growth, enrichment and career success.
As one of the fastest growing companies in the industry, we continually seek talented and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to excellence. Join our team of over 7,000 team members who share a passion for Onsite Dining and Support Services, working together toward one common goal, excellence, in quality and service. We are committed to providing the atmosphere, opportunity, and benefits that enable us to be an employer of choice in the industry.
We are a family-driven company that delivers restaurant-inspired hospitality to everyone we serve.

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