Park Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef — High-Volume Leadership & Free Park Access

Carowinds; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

Medical coverage options

401K match

Free park entry for you

Complimentary tickets for friends and

Discounts on food and park merchandise

Employee events - full-time and part-t

Job summary

Carowinds is seeking a talented Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef) to lead culinary operations across the park’s dining venues, catering events, and seasonal festivals. You will report to the Executive Chef and help drive food quality, safety, and presentation, while developing menus and training staff.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on culinary leadership in a high-volume setting and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years culinary experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple facilities and logistics.
• Basic computer skills: Outlook, Excel, Word.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across park locations.
• Develop and implement menus and presentation standards.
• Schedule creation based on attendance and budget needs.
• Train and supervise staff to meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventories, ordering, and budget progress.
• Recruit and onboard divisional staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with park policies and local regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Staff training

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Carowinds is seeking a talented Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef) to lead culinary operations across the park’s dining venues, catering events, and seasonal festivals. You will report to the Executive Chef and help drive food quality, safety, and presentation, while developing menus and training staff.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on culinary leadership in a high-volume setting and thrives in a fast-paced environment.