Executive Sous Chef

About Four Seasons:Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.About the location:Write your own music city story. Let us show you the real Nashville, connecting you to the creative spirit of the city's artisans. Four Seasons is the new social hub of downtown Nashville's SoBro neighbourhood, just steps from music, sports and entertainment. Feel the rhythm of our vibrant restaurants and event spaces, and the harmony of our Spa and rooftop pool - celebrating nature with views of the Cumberland River and Riverfront Park. With unparalleled Four Seasons service and warm Southern hospitality, we'll inspire a truly authentic experience of Music City.About the RoleThe Executive Sous Chef at Four Seasons Nashville supports the culinary leadership team in delivering exceptional dining experiences through consistent quality, creativity, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for supervising kitchen operations, developing culinary talent, and ensuring all food preparation meets Four Seasons standards.What You Will Do* Plan, organize, and direct daily kitchen operations while ensuring superior food quality, consistency, and presentation* Support menu planning and development, including recipe execution and production demonstrations* Lead, train, coach, and evaluate kitchen employees to uphold Four Seasons cultural and core standards* Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, and inventory control* Ensure compliance with all Four Seasons, local, state, and federal sanitation, safety, and food handling regulations* Maintain quality control systems to ensure portion consistency and adherence to purchasing specifications* Monitor food shipments and inventory to ensure freshness, quality, and cost efficiency* Communicate effectively with department leaders to meet operational needs and support cross-functional collaboration* Participate in operational meetings and contribute to long-term strategic culinary planning* Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen environmentWhat You Bring* College degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel, or Restaurant Management, or equivalent professional experience* 3-5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, luxury or upscale food & beverage environment* Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and culinary production equipment* Ability to operate kitchen-related computer systems and tools* Proficiency in spoken and written EnglishWhat We Offer* Competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package* Excellent training and development opportunities* Employee discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide* Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms* Complimentary employee mealsSchedule & Hours* Full-time position* Flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needsVisa RequirementsAuthorization to work in the United States is required unless the candidate is currently in a managerial role with another Four Seasons location. Current Four Seasons managers may qualify for an L-1 visa sponsorship.Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website -

Created: 2026-05-09