Executive Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen, Bold Flavors, Growth

fourcornerstaverngroup; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & beverage discount

Company culture

Paid time off

Competitive pay + bonus potential

401K + company match

Development opportunities

Medical & supplemental insurance

Employee events

Job summary

Four Corners Tavern Group in Nashville seeks an Executive Sous Chef to act as second in command in the kitchen, overseeing food preparation, menu development, and labor cost control. You will report to the Executive Chef and lead a dynamic culinary team across shifts.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in F&B, strong cooking knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The role requires flexibility for day, evening, and weekend winds down as business demands.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of F&B culinary experience in a similar role.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment and best practices.
• Excellent communication and team-player attitude.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness and results.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, prioritizing and multitasking.
• Knowledge of BOH systems, ordering and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Culinary production operation under the Executive Chef.
• Serve as kitchen head in the executive chef's absence.
• Stay updated on dining trends and new techniques.
• Ensure consistent food preparation and quality standards.
• Manage profit, stock, waste control and training in the kitchen.
• Assist with onboarding BOH employees.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Understand local government food safety, risk prevention, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain a flexible schedule including day, evening, and weekend hours.

Skills

Culinary methods

Team player

Communication

Troubleshooting

Multitasking

BOH systems

Job description

Four Corners Tavern Group in Nashville seeks an Executive Sous Chef to act as second in command in the kitchen, overseeing food preparation, menu development, and labor cost control. You will report to the Executive Chef and lead a dynamic culinary team across shifts.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in F&B, strong cooking knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The role requires flexibility for day, evening, and weekend winds down as business demands.