Restaurant Executive Chef – Specialty Chef

Location: Nashville, TN

Salary: 85k/year - 90k/year

Posted Date: 07.08.2025

Employment Type: Permanent

Job ID: 3322128

Job Description

Executive Chef!

Nashville


Are you a culinary visionary with a passion for authentic Asian cuisine? We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our kitchen team in Nashville. Our restaurant offers a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine, providing rare and unique dining options that have garnered significant acclaim.


What We Offer:

  • Competitive Base Salary: $80,000 – $90,000
  • Performance-Based Bonuses
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, 401(k)
  • Opportunity to Lead a Celebrated Culinary Team


Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality in food preparation and presentation.
  • Develop and execute innovative menus that reflect authentic Japanese flavors, utilizing fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients.
  • Source seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii to maintain the authenticity and quality of our dishes.
  • Manage and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen.


Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role within a high-end Japanese or Asian-inspired restaurant.
  • Expertise in traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine, with a creative approach to menu development.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.


If you are ready to bring your culinary expertise to a renowned restaurant in Nashville, TN and lead a team dedicated to excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


 

Apply Now – Executive Chef in Nashville, Tennessee. If you would like to be considered for this position, email your resume to cindy@geckohospitality.com

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