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Technique and precision meets warmth and comfort.
Chef Josh has been cooking his entire life and he wants to share his passion with you. Working with some of the top chefs in the country, Josh has cooked in Chicago, Washington D.C., and Philadelphia. Now he is proud to be a part of the food culture in the soulful city of Memphis.
Born and raised in the coastal city of Mobile, Alabama, Josh knew from an early age he wanted to become a chef. He has always seen the power it has to bring people together and to create cherished memories.
Sure, he went to the Culinary Institute of America, worked under James Bread Award winning chefs, worked at and ran Michelin Starred kitchens… But he’s more than just that. He sees that food should be delicious, without pretention, approachable, and comforting. And that JEM should be a culmination of those experiences. Curious about some of his cooking stories? It’s an open kitchen at JEM, pick his brain.
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Enter as strangers, leave as friends.
Emily grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio with a curiosity about the world, always wanting to expand her horizons. When she met Josh in Chicago, she knew she had finally found a partner to help guide and explore with her. It was there they kindled and chased their life dream to open a restaurant. Running into the open arms of Memphis, JEM is a physical representation of so much hard work and love. Emily hopes each guest feels that warmth and hospitality the moment they walk through our door.
From Being your neighborhood haunt, to private dinners and sunday supper, JEM will bring you the best possible experience in food, service, and hospitality.
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644 Madison Ave.
Memphis, TN 38103
