Executive Chef: Visionary Leader in Southern Cuisine

ELIA GROUP; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kane Brown’s on Broadway in downtown Nashville seeks a visionary Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. Define the menu narrative, drive Southern-influenced, elevated American comfort food, and maintain uncompromising standards inExecution, hospitality, and financial performance.

The ideal candidate combines artistry with strong operational discipline, develops talent, and partners with leadership to forecast, budget, and optimize margins while sustaining exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership experience including 3+ years as Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine.
• Experience in elevated American comfort food with Southern influence.
• Proven ability to lead high-volume service with precision.
• Strong financial acumen and cost management skills.
• Experience building and mentoring high-performing culinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Define the menu narrative and drive culinary innovation.
• Lead kitchen operations, safety, and cost controls.
• Develop and mentor sous chefs and culinary leaders.
• Elevate guest dining experiences and brand storytelling.
• Collaborate with ownership on budgets, forecasts, and margins.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Executive Chef

High-volume service

Cost management

Team development

Leadership

Job description

Kane Brown’s on Broadway in downtown Nashville seeks a visionary Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. Define the menu narrative, drive Southern-influenced, elevated American comfort food, and maintain uncompromising standards inExecution, hospitality, and financial performance.

The ideal candidate combines artistry with strong operational discipline, develops talent, and partners with leadership to forecast, budget, and optimize margins while sustaining exceptional guest experiences.