Top 129 Culinary manager Jobs in Cary Nc

General Manager of Dining Services
The Forest at Duke —Durham, NC
- Online Application
- CPR Certification
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Wellness program
- 403(b) matching
Executive Chef - Hawkers Asian Street Food - Chapel Hill, NC
Hawkers Asian Street Food —Chapel Hill, NC
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Casual dining restaurant
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
The Forest at Duke —Durham, NC
- Online Application
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Hospital
- Wellness program
- 403(b) matching
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EXECUTIVE CHEF 1- University of North Carolina Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Raleigh, NC
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- ServSafe
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Line Cook
Raleigh Improv —Cary, NC
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No background check
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Sous Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —Raleigh, NC
- From $900 a week
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Culinary experience
- ServSafe
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Midwood Smokehouse —Raleigh, NC
- Up to $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Production Chef
Aramark —Chapel Hill, NC
- Customer service
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
Head Chef/Manager
41 North Coffee and Kitchen —Wendell, NC
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Mentoring
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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
Nana Morrison's Soul Food —Cary, NC
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Sous Chef
Waltonwood Cary —Cary, NC
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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General Manager - Restaurant
Sitti Authentic Lebanese —Raleigh, NC
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- 3 years
- In-person
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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General Manager
North Carolina State University —Raleigh, NC
- $78,000 - $84,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Word processing
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
5d
Director of Food & Beverage
Sage Hospitality —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Bar
- Google Workspace
- 7 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Sous Chef
The Capital Grille —Raleigh, NC
- Cooking
- Team management
- Senior level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Kitchen Manager
Sage Hospitality —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Kitchen Manager
QSCulinary —Morrisville, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Kitchen
Culinary Services Director
Kisco Senior Living —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Ruth's Chris Steak House —Cary, NC
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- No education required
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Ruth's Chris Steak House —Cary, NC
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- No education required
- Sales
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply

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General Manager of Dining Services

The Forest at Duke -
Durham, NC

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Job Details

Benefits

Wellness program
403(b) matching
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Vendor relationship building
Food quality maintenance
Staff supervision
ServSafe
Team leadership
Program development
Safety regulations
Key Performance Indicators
Quality control management
Kitchen cost control
Hospitality industry experience
Kitchen staff training
Vendor relationship management
Managing kitchen staff
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Restaurant cost management
Professional development training
Facilities budget management

Full Job Description

COME THRIVE WITH US!

General Manager of Dining Services

General Purpose:

The General Manager – Dining Services is responsible for the overall operation of The Forest at Duke’s Dining Services Department. This position ensures services are delivered within established objectives, standards, policies, and procedures, and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Minimum 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience and direct supervisory responsibility in dining services or hospitality, preferably in:

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), healthcare, universities, or private club environments
Multi-venue or multi-concept operations (e.g., fine dining, casual dining, catering, grab-and-go, wellness dining)

Demonstrated success in:

Leading large, diverse front- and back-of-house teams
Achieving high resident/guest satisfaction while meeting operational KPIs (cost control, food quality, service excellence)
Developing budgets and maintaining financial accountability (labor, food cost, revenue generation)
Implementing new concepts or upgrading dining programs

Skills and Knowledge:

Culinary operations knowledge (not required to be a chef, but must understand food production, quality standards, and safety regulations)
Expertise in service standards training and staff development
Vendor relations and contract management experience
Familiarity with dining-related technology platforms (e.g., Point-of-Sale systems, menu planning tools, ordering systems, resident portals like Cubigo)

Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred in:

Hospitality Management
Business Administration
Culinary Arts (with operational/business experience)
Nutrition or Dietetics (with management experience)

Associate’s degree acceptable with significant relevant leadership experience
Certifications strongly preferred:

ServSafe Manager Certification (required)
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) – preferred but not required
CPR/First Aid Certification – helpful in healthcare settings

Essential Functions:

Operate the department within approved budget while maximizing value.
Ensure superior food quality and an exceptional dining experience for residents, guests, and team members.
Maintain the department in an “inspection-ready” state, complying with all regulations.
Direct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
Foster excellent relationships with residents, board members, and other departments.
Serve on community committees and participate in professional organizations.
Implement Total Quality Management principles and promote team empowerment.
Support professional development and training of Dining Services staff.
Enhance the desirability of the community through dining service innovation.
Maintain security of all company-owned property, supplies, and funds.
Adhere to all employment, confidentiality, and HIPAA regulations.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Community Services.

Human Resources Functions:

Hire, train, orient, schedule, evaluate, and, when necessary, recommend termination of Dining Services staff.
Ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with all departmental policies and procedures.
Oversee work assignments and duty schedules.
Maintain team member records in partnership with Human Resources.
Provide leadership to the Dining Services management and supervisor team.
Develop and participate in staff training programs.

Residents’ Rights Functions:

Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy.
Treat all residents with kindness, dignity, and respect.
Ensure departmental compliance with Residents’ Rights rules.
Promptly report and document all resident complaints and grievances.

Safety Functions:

Follow safe work practices and wear appropriate PPE, including slip-resistant footwear.
Develop and implement department-specific safety policies and procedures.
Initiate corrective actions for identified hazards.
Partner with General Services regarding equipment, materials, and contractor safety compliance.
Document and communicate unresolved safety issues to appropriate departments.
Maintain and provide access to operational and safety instructions for all equipment.
Ensure departmental staff receive proper infection control and hazard communication training.
Maintain knowledge of emergency preparedness and departmental safety requirements.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety regulations.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Ability to walk, stand, push, pull, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and grasp.
Adequate vision, hearing, and fine hand coordination to operate kitchen equipment.
Ability to distinguish smells and temperatures for food safety and quality assurance.

If this sounds like you, keep reading!

What you’ll get in return:

A beautiful campus and work environment filled with friendly people.
Competitive pay based on experience
Low cost health insurance coverage (major medical, FSA, vision, dental, AD&D)
Life and disability insurance coverage paid 100% by The Forest
403B retirement plan with generous company match
Paid sick and vacation time
Employee wellness and recognition program

...... and so much more!

If you’ve got what it takes to become one of our newest Team Members, we’d like to hear from you! Please complete our online application now for prompt consideration!

The Forest at Duke embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and community will be. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other class of unique or protected character.

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