Sous Chef

DRIFTWOOD HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT • Asheville, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radical Hotel Asheville is not your typical boutique hotel. We’re bold, design-forward, and unapologetically creative. Our restaurants — Golden Hour (Michelin Recommended), Afterglow, and The Roof — are just as daring as our hotel, blending local ingredients, seasonal produce, and inventive cooking with a serious dose of fun. We’re looking for a Sous Chef who doesn’t just cook — someone who wants to create, inspire, and lead. If you thrive in a high-energy, experimental environment, this is your stage. As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to our Executive Chef, helping lead the culinary team across our three concepts. You’ll execute bold menus, manage prep, maintain quality standards, and foster a collaborative kitchen culture. Creativity is expected, consistency is non-negotiable, and leadership is key.

Requirements

• Experienced: 3+ years in a high-volume, fine-dining or boutique hotel kitchen
• Passionate about seasonal, local, and wood-fired cooking
• Comfortable leading teams and inspiring creativity under pressure
• Organized, reliable, and hands-on
• Able to balance innovation with consistency and operational excellence
• A degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
• Current SERV Safe Manager certification (or the ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire).
• Proven ability to manage a diverse team, handle scheduling, and control labor/food costs.
• Proficiency in diverse cooking techniques (wood-fired, butchery, etc.) and comfort with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods, work in high-heat environments, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively bridge the gap between FOH and BOH.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Michelin-level kitchens or high-profile restaurants
• Knowledge of multiple culinary styles, plating techniques, or cocktail/café integration
• Previous experience overseeing multiple F&B outlets simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Execute daily menu production and maintain high-quality standards across Golden Hour, Afterglow, and The Roof
• Lead and inspire line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff
• Assist with menu development, seasonal specials, and creative plating
• Manage prep, inventory, and ingredient sourcing with an emphasis on local produce and sustainable practices
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards (ServSafe certified a plus)
• Troubleshoot and solve kitchen challenges in a fast-paced environment
• Train, mentor, and support staff growth in skill and confidence

Benefits

• Work at a Michelin Recommended restaurant program in a design-forward boutique hotel
• Lead a dynamic team across three unique concepts — Golden Hour, Afterglow, The Roof
• Opportunities for creativity, experimentation, and personal growth
• Employee benefits, Go Hilton Travel Program: Access to exclusive "Team Member" and "Family & Friends" room rates at Hilton properties globally, and a collaborative, Radical culture
• Be part of a hotel that values personality, style, and doing things differently

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed