Chef License Requirements in Tennessee
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
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Reciprocity And License Levels
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Reciprocity states
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Notes
Tennessee does not require a statewide occupational license for chefs or cooks. Food establishments are regulated by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Regulatory Services Division, but no individual chef license is required at the state level.