Kitchen Lead - The Waymark Hotel

Concord Hospitality Enterprises Co

Chattanooga, TN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Banquet Services, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Documentation, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, Hotel Management, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Leadership, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Plating Processes, Profit & Loss, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Restaurant, Sanitation, Standards Development, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Chattanooga, TN
POSTED
7 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team, maintain high-quality food standards, and ensure efficient kitchen operations. You will train, supervise, and inspire kitchen staff while maintaining sanitation, quality, and cost controls across all outlets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain high-quality food preparation, plating, and service, including banquet operations
  • Monitor kitchen costs, labor, and food usage to meet budget goals
  • Work cook line as needed
  • Prepare and maintain recipe cards, presentation guides, and documentation
  • Work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager & Executive Chef to maintain inventory levels per corporate guidelines
  • Ensure communication and coordination between kitchen and banquet operations
  • Ensure procurement, inventory, and storage practices adhere to corporate guidelines
  • Maintain professional conduct and uphold Concord Hospitality's high standards

Qualifications:

  • Previous kitchen management experience in hotels, resorts, or high-volume restaurants
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Knowledge of food preparation, safety, sanitation, and cost control
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
  • Passion for high-quality culinary standards and team development

Benefits (Full-Time Associates Only)

  • Competitive wages
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition assistance
  • Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
  • Training, development, and career advancement opportunities

Why Join Concord?

At Concord Hospitality, we invest in our associates through training and development at all levels. Our "Associate First" culture supports growth, balance, and diversity.

Built on five cornerstones-Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN!-our associates proudly cheer:

"We Are Concord!"

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to be a Great Place to Work for All.

About the Company

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Concord Hospitality Enterprises Co