Assistant Director of Culinary

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive compensation
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
collaborative work environment

Job Description

Noble Food and Pursuits is a chef-driven hospitality group based in Charlotte, North Carolina, that stands firm on the belief that food should inspire connection, creativity, and community. The company operates a diverse portfolio of dining concepts ranging from beloved neighborhood favorites to sought-after destination restaurants. Each of these concepts reflects a deep commitment to craftsmanship, genuine hospitality, and an unwavering dedication to excellence. As Noble Food and Pursuits continues its growth trajectory, it prioritizes fostering an environment where its teams are empowered to thrive. This not only enhances individual professional development but also ensures guests experience something truly memorable... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts food service management or related field preferred
  • Minimum 7 years of culinary leadership experience
  • Experience managing multi unit or high volume culinary operations
  • Strong knowledge of food safety sanitation and regulatory compliance
  • Proven leadership abilities and team development experience
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
  • Willingness to travel between multiple restaurant locations as required

Job Qualifications

  • 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience ideally in multi unit or high volume operations
  • Proven ability to manage culinary operations while maintaining high standards of food quality and cost control
  • Strong leadership and people development skills with a passion for mentoring future culinary leaders
  • Excellent knowledge of food safety sanitation and regulatory standards
  • Creative collaborative and solutions oriented with strong organizational skills

Job Duties

  • Oversee day to day culinary operations across multiple NFP locations ensuring alignment with organizational standards
  • Lead menu execution and consistency working with chefs and kitchen managers to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Drive culinary innovation by contributing ideas for menu development seasonal offerings and new concepts
  • Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement while upholding brand standards and adapting to concept needs
  • Support recruitment onboarding and training of culinary staff at all levels
  • Mentor and develop chefs and kitchen leaders to promote growth engagement and retention
  • Ensure all kitchens adhere to food safety sanitation and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain consistency in recipes portioning and presentation standards across all outlets
  • Partner with leadership to monitor food and labor costs ensuring budgets are met while maintaining quality
  • Oversee vendor relationships product sourcing and inventory management
  • Identify efficiencies in purchasing production and labor utilization
  • Work closely with the Director of Culinary on strategic planning long term culinary initiatives and expansion projects
  • Partner with operations and leadership teams to align culinary execution with overall business goals
  • Support cross functional initiatives including marketing training and guest experience programs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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