Culinary Lead - Fast-Paced Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Fairfield Glade Co; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield Glade Co in Crossville, TN is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Director of Culinary in managing kitchen operations and food preparation.

This role supervises kitchen staff, ensures quality and presentation, maintains sanitation, and supports scheduling, inventory, and training. The Sous Chef may lead the kitchen in the executive chef’s absence and helps maintain cost control during busy service.

Strong leadership, communication, and food-safety knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong culinary skills and kitchen leadership experience.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation rules.

Responsibilities

• Supervise line cooks and kitchen staff.
• Oversee daily food preparation, plating, and service.
• Support menu planning, recipe testing, and seasonal specials.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and supply control.
• Train, coach, and evaluate kitchen employees.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and cost control.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Under pressure

Communication skills

Problem solving

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Fairfield Glade Co in Crossville, TN is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Director of Culinary in managing kitchen operations and food preparation.

This role supervises kitchen staff, ensures quality and presentation, maintains sanitation, and supports scheduling, inventory, and training. The Sous Chef may lead the kitchen in the executive chef’s absence and helps maintain cost control during busy service.

Strong leadership, communication, and food-safety knowledge are essential.