Culinary Director

Crawford Hospitality | Raleigh, North Carolina

Crawford Hospitality is seeking an experienced, passionate Culinary Director to join our growing restaurant group.

Working closely with Chef/Owner Scott Crawford, this individual will play a key role in shaping the culinary vision of our restaurants, fostering creativity, maintaining exceptional standards, and leading culinary operations across multiple distinct concepts, with exciting new projects on the horizon.

We are looking for a collaborative, forward-thinking leader who brings both creativity and operational expertise to the table. Someone who understands the importance of preserving each restaurant's unique identity while continuing to elevate the overall guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with Chef Scott Crawford and our restaurant chefs on menu development, culinary innovation, and the creative direction of each concept.

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations across multiple restaurants, ensuring consistency, quality, and excellence.

• Mentor, develop, and inspire executive chefs and culinary teams, building a culture of creativity, accountability, and collaboration.

• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, execution, and kitchen operations.

• Drive operational efficiency through thoughtful food cost management, purchasing, inventory, and labor oversight.

• Support the development, planning, and successful launch of future restaurant concepts.

• Foster strong relationships with local farmers, purveyors, and suppliers, emphasizing exceptional ingredients and thoughtful sourcing.

• Balance culinary creativity with the financial and operational responsibilities of a growing hospitality group.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in elevated, chef-driven restaurants, with a proven ability to lead multiple culinary teams while maintaining a high level of creativity and execution.

We value strong leadership, attention to detail, adaptability, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Above all, we are seeking someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, respects the individuality of each concept, and is excited to help shape the future of Crawford Hospitality.

This is an opportunity to work alongside an established chef-owner, contribute to a growing collection of distinctive restaurants, and play a meaningful role in the next chapter of Crawford Hospitality.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their résumé and a brief introduction outlining their experience and culinary philosophy.

Raleigh, NC | Full-Time | Leadership Position