Regional Director of Culinary

Noble Food & Pursuits is a chef-driven hospitality group headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. With a deep-rooted passion for food, this group is dedicated to inspiring connection, creativity, and community through its diverse culinary offerings. Their restaurant portfolio spans neighborhood favorites and destination dining establishments, each defined by a commitment to craftsmanship, genuine hospitality, and culinary excellence. As a leading figure in Charlotte's hospitality scene, Noble Food & Pursuits blends innovative dining experiences with a culture that prioritizes team development and remarkable guest experiences. They strive to create environments where both employees and guests feel valued and inspired.

Currently, Noble Food & Pursuits is expanding its reach in the northern region, including Davidson, Winston Salem, and Blowing Rock, offering an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Regional Director of Culinary. This leadership role is integral to driving culinary performance across multiple restaurant concepts—Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen, The Jimmy, Noble Smoke, and Brasserie Copain—each unique yet united by the group’s standards of quality and artistry. Reporting directly to the Chief Culinary Officer, the Regional Director will lead Executive Chefs in maintaining high standards, fostering team growth, and elevating culinary innovation across all locations.

The role demands a dynamic, operationally-focused culinary leader who thrives on real-time coaching and engagement in kitchen operations. This is not a passive, administrative position, but one that requires a passion for diving into the daily service flow, directly influencing kitchen culture, execution, and overall restaurant excellence. The successful candidate will be adept at assessing performance gaps quickly and implementing effective solutions, maintaining high bar standards for food safety, sanitation, and operational discipline while supporting strong financial management relating to food cost, labor, inventory, and waste control.

In addition to day-to-day leadership, the Regional Director will play a critical role in menu development, seasonal updates, and recipe refinement, ensuring every plate represents the integrity of each concept while driving consistency. They will build strong culinary teams through recruitment, onboarding, and continuous professional development, fostering a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. This is a pivotal leadership position for a culinary professional eager to contribute to the growth and reputation of a respected, chef-driven restaurant group known for its dedication to quality and community connection.

The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from USD 115,000 to USD 125,000 with bonus eligibility linked to company performance. Additional benefits include health and dental insurance options, paid time off, vacation, dining stipends, and travel stipends to support leadership across the northern region. Candidates interested in this opportunity to lead and grow within a vibrant and expanding restaurant company are encouraged to explore the Noble Food & Pursuits website to learn more about the group’s culture, concepts, and values.