About Scoundrel 

Scoundrel was founded in 2022 by Chef and Owner Joe Cash in the heart of downtown Greenville. Inspired by Parisian bistros and luxe American steakhouses,  the menu melds French tradition with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Since its opening, the restaurant was awarded One MICHELIN Star in 2025, received a semifinalist nomination from the James Beard Foundation for Best New Restaurant in 2024, and was named one of Esquire's “Best New Restaurants in America” in 2023. 

About Chef and Owner Joe Cash 

Chef Joe Cash spent years in the world’s top kitchens before returning to his hometown to open Scoundrel. He began his culinary career in Greenville before moving to New York where he cooked at acclaimed Three-Michelin star and New York Times four-star Per Se. He then moved to Copenhagen to cook at Two-Michelin star Noma. 

In 2014, Cash returned to New York from Denmark to become the Executive Sous Chef at hospitality powerhouse Major Food Group’s flagship, Torrisi Italian Specialties, working closely with Chef Rich Torrisi. When Major Food Group won the bid to bring new life to the iconic Midtown Manhattan skyscraper, The Seagram Building, Cash was tapped as the Executive Chef for The Pool, Major’s premiere dining destination. 

In 2021, Cash moved back to Greenville to open Scoundrel, which has received critical acclaim, including being named one of Esquire’s Best Restaurants in America and a James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Best New Restaurant. In 2025, Scoundrel was awarded One MICHELIN star.