Coast
39 D John Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Phone: 843-722-8838
Fax: 843-722-8835
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Executive Chef Jason Murphy
Jason Murphy hails from Jackson, Ohio. At the age of 18 he joined the Army National Guard and worked as a Combat Medic for six years, and then as a Communications Specialist.
In 2002, Murphy moved on to pursue a career in the culinary arts. While attending the Columbus, Ohio State Culinary Program, he trained for 31/2 years at the “Refectory”, Columbus’ four-star French restaurant, who’s chef trained under Paul Bocouse and Piere Orsi. Jason moved to Charleston to diversify his experience and study at Johnson & Wales University.
In 2002, he joined 39 Rue de Jean and was swiftly promoted to Sous Chef, and Chef de Cuisine soon thereafter. In May of 2007, Murphy joined Coast Bar & Grill, sister restaurant to 39 Rue de Jean, and is currently enjoys the position of Executive Chef.
Jason and his wife Anne have two daughters. Kaitlyn will turn four in December, and their second daughter Madalyn will have her first birthday in February.