Culinary Leader — Executive Sous Chef, High-Volume Ops

Driftwood Hospitality Management; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Room Discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Job summary

Driftwood Hospitality Management is seeking a Lead Culinary professional to head the hotel kitchen at the Raleigh-Durham property. You will develop creative menus for outlets and catering, mentor the kitchen team, and ensure production, procurement, and presentation meet high standards while controlling costs.

Responsibilities include scheduling, staffing, training, and maintaining safety and sanitation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen operations in high-volume hotel settings.
• Strong leadership with focus on staff growth and guest service.
• Up-to-date with current culinary trends and development.
• Creative menu development and team motivation.
• Financial acumen in cost controls and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team and oversee all kitchen operations.
• Develop menus for outlets and catering with cost controls.
• Ensure food safety and quality; monitor inventory and food costs.
• Prepare schedules and staff recruitment; mentor kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with hotel departments and participate in capital projects.
• Uphold service standards and hotel operating controls.

Skills

High-volume catering

Leadership & team development

Culinary trends

Creativity & team energy

Financial planning

Corporate programs

Media promotion

Computer literacy

Job description

Driftwood Hospitality Management is seeking a Lead Culinary professional to head the hotel kitchen at the Raleigh-Durham property. You will develop creative menus for outlets and catering, mentor the kitchen team, and ensure production, procurement, and presentation meet high standards while controlling costs.

Responsibilities include scheduling, staffing, training, and maintaining safety and sanitation in a fast-paced environment.