Culinary Director Position Available In Beaufort, South Carolina

Culinary Director Lowcountry Fresh Market & cafe Bluffton, SC Job Details Full-time $65,000 – $75,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Banquet chef experience Food Safety Certification Culinary experience Inventory management Purchasing experience (3-5 years) Team leadership Catering Recipe management Cooking Recipe scaling Culinary industry experience (11-15 years) Managing teams as a chef Quality control Head chef experience Largest team managed as a chef (1-5 team members) Organizational skills Purchasing Catering chef experience Grocery store Menu costing Senior level Working in the culinary industry Menu pricing Kitchen experience Profitability improvement Recipe creation 10 years Full Job Description Culinary Director/Executive Chef Lowcountry Fresh Market & Café At Lowcountry Fresh, we believe food should be fresh, full of heart, and rooted in community. We’re looking for a Culinary Director who shares that passion — someone who knows their way around a kitchen, leads with purpose, and brings both creativity and care to the table every day. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee all kitchen operations, from menu development to daily food prep, while making sure everything we serve lives up to our values: fresh, local, and made from scratch. You’ll work closely with our team to deliver meals that not only taste great but also honor the Lowcountry’s rich culinary traditions. What You’ll Do Lead the kitchen team — keeping things organized, upbeat, and running smoothly every day. Craft seasonal, locally inspired menus that highlight fresh ingredients and reflect our customers’ tastes and dietary needs. Oversee catering operations , making sure every event — big or small — feels like something special. Manage inventory with a sharp eye on waste reduction and cost-efficiency — no ingredient left behind! Keep us safe and clean , upholding the highest food safety and sanitation standards. Train and mentor staff , passing on great technique, high standards, and a love for what we do. Collaborate with leadership to hit our profitability targets without compromising quality. Jump in when needed during events — we’re all hands on deck when it’s go time! What You Bring to the Table Solid background in catering and dietary-conscious cooking — you know how to make food that satisfies and supports. Proven leadership in high-volume kitchen operations with a focus on presentation and consistency. Strong knowledge of inventory management and ordering systems. Food safety certified, with excellent kitchen hygiene and handling habits. Experience in a production kitchen is a huge a bonus — we are grocery and café so ready to heat meals and made from scratch deli salads are important to our customers. A collaborative spirit — you know how to lead, but you also know how to listen. Great organizational skills and attention to detail, especially with planning and plating. A creative soul — someone who gets excited about seasonal produce and loves experimenting with new ideas. If you love working with fresh food, supporting local farmers, and creating memorable meals in a respectful, fast-paced, mission-driven environment — we’d love to meet you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities Performance bonus

Work Location:

In person