Junior / Sous Chef

Fancypants

Junior / Sous Chef

Nashville, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Free food & snacks

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    JUNIOR SOUS CHEF / SOUS CHEF

    $50,000–$60,000/year | Full-Time | 45 Hours/Week

    Fancypants is hiring a Junior Sous or Sous Chef ready to grow into leadership while staying close to the craft. We’re a kitchen where execution, creativity, and consistency matter and where every team member contributes to our evolving culinary story.

    We’re looking for someone who leads with quiet confidence, knows how to run a tight line, and values mentorship as much as mise en place.

    WHO YOU ARE

    Strong foundational skills; knife work, food safety, sanitation, and efficiency

    Experienced in leading the line or expediting during busy service

    Organized, calm under pressure, and consistent in execution

    Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

    Available to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays)

    A team builder who takes pride in coaching and supporting others

    Bonus: You’ve worked large-format dining, banquets, or group events

    WHAT YOU’LL DO

    Lead the line or expedite during peak services

    Maintain exceptional food standards across all stations

    Coordinate daily prep and delegate effectively

    Mentor and support junior team members

    Collaborate with leadership to refine systems and push quality forward

    WHAT YOU GET

    $50,000–$60,000 annual salary, depending on experience

    Weekly pay

    Health, vision, and dental insurance (for full-time employees)

    1% company-matched 401(k)

    Parental leave savings match

    Thanksgiving and Christmas off

    Real opportunities for internal growth

    ABOUT US

    Fancypants is a chef-driven kitchen with a focus on bold flavors, thoughtful technique, and an environment that champions care- for ingredients, for people, and for the details that elevate a guest experience from good to unforgettable.