Hotel Sous Chef & Culinary Team Lead

Driftwood Hospitality Management; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; 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 seasoned culinary leader to direct and supervise food production operations in a high-volume hotel setting. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to ensure standardized recipes, top-quality dishes, and strict sanitation standards.

You will supervise staff, help with menu development for staff dining and catering events, manage costs, and work with other hotel departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences while fostering teamwork and

Qualifications

• Three or more years of progressive experience in Hotel Food & Beverage or related hospitality service, or a Culinary Degree with 2+ years in F&B.
• Experience in high-volume catering with top hotel brands and fine dining.
• Proven leadership and managerial skills supporting colleague growth, teamwork, and customer service.
• Current with culinary trends and active in personal culinary development.
• Extremely creative with strong service skills and ability to energize a diverse kitchen team.
• Computer literate and proficient with standard kitchen software and ordering systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the efficient operation of food production areas.
• Oversee supervision and assistance in the preparation of all food items based on standardized recipes.
• Maintain highest standards to produce appealing and appetizing products.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation and safety in kitchen and storage areas.
• Manage costs by controlling waste and monitoring monthly food cost budgets.
• Coordinate with outlets and hotel departments to fulfill client requirements and events.
• Lead departmental meetings and support staff training and development.
• Contribute to menu creation for staff restaurants and catering activities.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Menu planning

High-volume catering

Culinary trends

Computer literacy

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Driftwood Hospitality Management is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to direct and supervise food production operations in a high-volume hotel setting. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to ensure standardized recipes, top-quality dishes, and strict sanitation standards.

You will supervise staff, help with menu development for staff dining and catering events, manage costs, and work with other hotel departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences while fostering teamwork and