Culinary Supervisor

Davidson Hospitality Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision coverage

Teledoc service

Pet insurance

Hotel discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Davidson Hospitality Group is seeking a Culinary Supervisor for Hotel Operis, Autograph Collection in Charleston. You will lead the kitchen team, ensure top-quality meals, and manage inventory and costs in a fast-paced, luxury hotel setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training, and menu development to maintain exceptional guest experiences in a historic, design-forward property.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in food and beverage industry.
• 6–12 months in a supervisory role.
• Wine knowledge and fine dining knowledge helpful.
• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate kitchen staff; ensure high-quality meals.
• Manage inventory and food costs; monitor portion control.
• Develop and implement new menu items; mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Wine knowledge

Job description

Property Description

Discover an extraordinary career opportunity at Hotel Operis, Autograph Collection, a luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of Charleston's historic district. Just steps from iconic landmarks, vibrant shopping, and acclaimed dining, this art-infused property blends Southern charm with European elegance and bold bohemian design. With 50 beautifully designed rooms and suites, a rooftop restaurant and terrace with stunning city views, a one-of-a-kind wine blending experience, and an impressive art gallery on-site, this hotel delivers a unique guest experience rooted in creativity and culture. Team members here enjoy being part of a vibrant hospitality environment where luxury meets artistic expression, and every day brings the opportunity to create memorable moments for guests in one of the Southeast's most beloved destinations.

Overview

We're seeking a highly motivated and skilled Culinary Supervisor to join our team! As a Culinary Supervisor, you'll manage the kitchen food service and have the opportunity to work with an amazing team of culinary professionals in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. We're looking for someone who has a passion for food, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to create and implement new ideas. As a Culinary Supervisor, you'll have demonstrated success as a cook and maintain the hands on approach. In addition, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of our culinary staff, ensuring that all meals are prepared to the highest quality standards, and managing inventory and food costs. You'll also be responsible for developing and implementing new menu items, as well as training and mentoring our culinary staff. Overall basic knowledge of cooking techniques in both a la carte and banquet settings, and able to carry out tasks in both planned and troubleshooting scenarios, influences speed and accuracy of the team and has positive impact on cleanliness, organization and overall health of the kitchen.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in the food and beverage industry
• Six months to one year in a supervisory position
• Some wine and fine food knowledge helpful
• Read, write and speak English fluently
• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other Team Members

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.

Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

We participate in E-Verify.