Food Supervisor Jobs in Tennessee

Food Supervisor jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, where large restaurant groups, food manufacturing plants, and hospitality operations maintain steady demand at every level from shift lead to multi-unit oversight. Employers like Cracker Barrel, Corrections Corporation of America's food services division, and Aramark's Tennessee accounts consistently post openings for supervisors with backgrounds in quick-service management, institutional food production, and catering operations. Demand holds strong year-round, driven by the state's growing tourism economy and its dense concentration of food and beverage manufacturing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerSodexo
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring9
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Food & Beverage Supervisor
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Food & Beverage Supervisor
Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
Nashville, Tennessee
Business Operations
Hospitality Management
Project Management

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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor
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Tyson Foods Incorporated
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Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor
Tyson Foods Incorporated
Newbern, Tennessee
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
HACCP Certification
10,000+

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Sodexo
Food Supervisor
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Food Supervisor
Sodexo
Nashville, Tennessee
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$22 - $26/hr
10,000+

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TRUSTPOINT HOSPITAL
Supervisor - Food and Nutritional Services- FT Mornings
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TRUSTPOINT HOSPITAL
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Supervisor - Food and Nutritional Services- FT Mornings
TRUSTPOINT HOSPITAL
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$20 - $26/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Trinity Services Group, Inc.
Food Service Supervisor
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Trinity Services Group, Inc.
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Food Service Supervisor
Trinity Services Group, Inc.
Ashland City, Tennessee
Business Operations
Customer Service
Hospitality Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Food Supervisor Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
3 jobs
Whiteville
2 jobs
Bells
1 job
Martin
1 job
Newbern
1 job
Chattanooga
1 job
Ashland City
1 job
Johnson City
1 job
Murfreesboro
1 job

Food Supervisor Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sodexo
Sodexo3 open roles
Trinity Services Group
Trinity Services Group3 open roles
Aramark
Aramark1 open role

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in food supervisor jobs across Tennessee.

  • Current ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent food protection manager credential recognized in Tennessee
  • Minimum two years of supervisory experience in a commercial or institutional food service operation
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Tennessee Department of Health food safety regulations and inspection standards
  • Ability to schedule, train, and evaluate hourly food service staff in a high-volume setting
  • Experience with inventory control, ordering, and cost management in a food service environment
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating between kitchen staff, vendors, and front-of-house management

Food Supervisor Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a food supervisor in Tennessee?

Earning a ServSafe Manager Certification through the National Restaurant Association is the most direct path, and Tennessee employers routinely treat it as a baseline requirement for supervisory roles. The Tennessee Department of Health oversees food establishment permits and expects on-site managers to hold a recognized food protection manager credential. Most candidates pair that certification with an associate degree in culinary arts or hospitality management, or with several years of progressive kitchen or line experience before moving into a supervisory title.

Which companies hire food supervisors in Tennessee?

Employers hiring food supervisors in Tennessee right now include Sodexo, Trinity Services Group, and Aramark, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's mix of large-scale food manufacturing, contract dining services at universities and healthcare systems, and franchise restaurant groups means openings appear across a wide range of employer types throughout the state.

Which Tennessee cities have the most food supervisor jobs?

Nashville, Whiteville, and Bells account for the largest share of food supervisor openings in Tennessee. Nashville drives the most volume through its booming hospitality and tourism sector, Memphis adds demand through its food distribution and healthcare foodservice operations, and Knoxville contributes openings tied to the University of Tennessee's dining programs and regional restaurant chains headquartered there.

Are there remote food supervisor jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of food supervisor openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely involve scheduling, vendor communication, and compliance reporting, while direct supervision of kitchen and service staff requires an on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a food supervisor in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead or key-holder role within a quick-service or fast-casual restaurant, then using that experience to apply for a full supervisory title. Tennessee employers like Aramark, Sodexo's university accounts, and hospital food service departments at Vanderbilt and HCA facilities regularly hire shift supervisors from the ranks of experienced cooks and cashiers. Completing a ServSafe Manager course before applying gives candidates a measurable edge, as does any associate program through the Tennessee College of Applied Technology system.

Where can I find and apply to food supervisor jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to food supervisor jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Tennessee employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred city, and employer type, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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