Sous Chef & Kitchen Leader — High-Volume Park Culinary

Carowinds; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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

Job summary

Carowinds is seeking a talented Kitchen Manager to lead the park's Food & Beverage team. You will serve as Sous Chef, overseeing culinary operations across venues, events, and festivals, while focusing on quality, safety and guest experience.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will help develop menus, train staff, and drive operational excellence to deliver memorable dining experiences for guests across the park.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6–10 years culinary experience required.
• Pass drug test where required by policy; background check may be required.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across multiple venues.
• Develop and implement menus and recipes; ensure quality and presentation.
• Train staff and ensure safety and sanitation standards are met.
• Manage scheduling based on budgeted attendance and needs.
• Control inventory, orders, and budgeting related to the department.
• Lead by example to ensure guest service excellence.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Staff training

Food safety

High-volume cooking

Education

Culinary training

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Carowinds is seeking a talented Kitchen Manager to lead the park's Food & Beverage team. You will serve as Sous Chef, overseeing culinary operations across venues, events, and festivals, while focusing on quality, safety and guest experience.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will help develop menus, train staff, and drive operational excellence to deliver memorable dining experiences for guests across the park.