Culinary schools in Tennessee
We found 6 schools offering culinary arts training in Tennessee, with campuses in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, and Huntsville and more. Chefs in Tennessee earn a median $69,810 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in TN
- $69,810
What chefs earn in Tennessee
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $69,810
- $33.56 an hour
- Typical range
- $45,410–$98,860
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TN
- 3,820
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +6.6%
- 25,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many culinary arts schools are in Tennessee?
We list 6 schools in Tennessee with culinary arts programs: 4 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Huntsville, and Morristown.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Tennessee?
Yes. 4 public colleges in Tennessee offer culinary arts. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does culinary arts school cost in Tennessee?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,983 to $26,572. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do chefs make in Tennessee?
The median pay for chefs in Tennessee is $69,810 a year, and most earn between $45,410 and $98,860, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Tennessee?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Culinary schools in other states
- California (52)
- Florida (43)
- Texas (28)
- North Carolina (24)
- New York (20)
- Georgia (19)
- Illinois (18)
- Pennsylvania (17)
- Wisconsin (15)
- Oklahoma (13)
- Virginia (13)
- Washington (13)
- Puerto Rico (13)
- New Jersey (12)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)