Luxury Banquet Sous Chef - Creative Kitchen Lead

8th & Demonbreun; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

8th & Demonbreun in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef for full-time luxury catering and large-scale events. You will plan, prepare, and supervise banquet kitchen operations, ensuring top-tier presentation and quality across outlets and private events.

Role requires 4 years in luxury settings, plus 2 years as a Banquet Sous Chef, with strong English, HACCP knowledge, and leadership skills to coach staff and manage costs.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in luxury establishments required.
• 2 years as Banquet Sous Chef in high-volume operations.
• Professional demeanor for a luxury environment.
• Advanced food and beverage financial understanding.
• Extensive HACCP knowledge and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up, and execute food production for outlets, banquets, and private events.
• Oversee banquet menu production and event execution.
• Coordinate service with restaurant and banquet operations.
• Manage inventory, purchasing and disbursement of supplies.
• Lead and coach banquet kitchen staff; monitor labor and expenses.
• Ensure HACCP procedures and food safety compliance.
• Innovate features within food and beverage offerings.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Banquet operations

Food safety HACCP

High-volume experience

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Culinary or Hospitality Management

Job description

8th & Demonbreun in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef for full-time luxury catering and large-scale events. You will plan, prepare, and supervise banquet kitchen operations, ensuring top-tier presentation and quality across outlets and private events.

Role requires 4 years in luxury settings, plus 2 years as a Banquet Sous Chef, with strong English, HACCP knowledge, and leadership skills to coach staff and manage costs.