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Executive Sous Chef – Michelin-Level Fine Dining | Chattanooga, TN

We’re not looking for an average chef—we’re building something extraordinary.

If you thrive in elite, high-pressure kitchens, lead with precision, and bring the discipline and creativity required to execute Michelin-level cuisine, this is your chance to join one of Chattanooga’s premier fine-dining restaurants as an Executive Sous Chef.

You’ll work alongside an acclaimed Executive Chef and a world-class culinary team, helping drive excellence from prep to plate while mentoring future leaders and refining every detail of the dining experience.

Executive Sous Chef – Compensation & Benefits

$110,000–$115,000 base salary plus performance bonus potential
Balanced schedule that supports both excellence and quality of life
Clear growth path within a Michelin-caliber, high-performance restaurant group
Leadership culture that values collaboration, creativity, and consistency

Executive Sous Chef – Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in fine dining or Michelin/James Beard-caliber kitchens
Proven ability to lead, train, and inspire a disciplined culinary team
Strong background in food cost control, kitchen systems, and inventory management
Skilled in executing seasonal, technique-driven menus at the highest level
Culinary degree required
Committed to safety, precision, and the pursuit of perfection

The Ideal Candidate

A hands-on leader who brings calm and confidence to a demanding kitchen
A mentor who fosters growth and excellence across every station
A detail-obsessed chef who takes pride in flawless execution
Passionate about innovation, hospitality, and achieving world-class standards

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 166326

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.