Lead Sous Chef – Oceanfront Resort Kitchen

EOS Hospitality; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanderling Resort in Duck, North Carolina, seeks a Sous Chef to lead Lifesaving Station kitchen operations under EOS Hospitality standards. You will oversee culinary personnel, control labor costs, and ensure top-quality food and service in a high-volume outlet.

Responsibilities include menu development with the Executive Chef, daily production planning, inventory, and enforcing sanitation and safety standards. Strong leadership and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive kitchen leadership in a full-service or resort setting.
• Strong understanding of food cost management and labor control.
• Advanced culinary techniques and plating skills.
• Experience in seasonal menu development and costing.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Develop seasonal menus and manage labor and costs against budgets.
• Oversee onboarding, training, and performance of culinary staff.
• Coordinate with restaurant leadership to align service and guest experience.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Labor management

Food cost control

Menu development

Training & mentoring

Scheduling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kitchen software

POS systems

Job description

The Sanderling Resort in Duck, North Carolina, seeks a Sous Chef to lead Lifesaving Station kitchen operations under EOS Hospitality standards. You will oversee culinary personnel, control labor costs, and ensure top-quality food and service in a high-volume outlet.

Responsibilities include menu development with the Executive Chef, daily production planning, inventory, and enforcing sanitation and safety standards. Strong leadership and mentoring skills are essential.