Lead Sous Chef — High-Volume Hotel Kitchens

Driftwood Hospitality Management; Durham, Raleigh (NC, 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 Executive for Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park in Durham, NC. You will guide the kitchen team across outlets and events, crafting creative menus with seasonal ingredients and ensuring high standards of quality and service.

The role emphasizes leadership, budget adherence, staff development, and collaboration with hotel operations to drive guest satisfaction and profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-volume hotel kitchen operations.
• Strong cost control and budgeting capabilities.
• Proven ability to create appetizing menus and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team across outlets, banquets, and room dining.
• Develop menus using local and seasonal ingredients.
• Oversee procurement, production, and presentation with food-safety compliance.
• Mentor staff and drive training, staffing, and performance reviews.
• Monitor inventory and food costs to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate on capital projects and kitchen initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Staff mentoring

Operations management

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Driftwood Hospitality Management is seeking a Lead Culinary Executive for Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park in Durham, NC. You will guide the kitchen team across outlets and events, crafting creative menus with seasonal ingredients and ensuring high standards of quality and service.

The role emphasizes leadership, budget adherence, staff development, and collaboration with hotel operations to drive guest satisfaction and profitability.