Corporate Senior Culinary Manager

Westgate Resorts is the largest privately held timeshare company in the world, with 60+ resorts in top destinations like Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, and Myrtle Beach. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For, we’re committed to creating a supportive, rewarding workplace where our 9,000 Team Members can grow and thrive. Since 1982, we’ve delivered unforgettable vacations through exceptional service, innovation, and community engagement. With the recent addition of VI Resorts by Westgate, our footprint now includes the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. Join us and be part of a team that values passion, integrity, and excellence, where your work helps create memories that last a lifetime.

Westgate Resorts  is seeking a Corporate Senior Culinary Manager in Orlando, FL to lead large-scale culinary operations across a national portfolio of food and beverage outlets. This full-time, on-site leadership role is hiring immediately and is responsible for driving culinary excellence, operational consistency, food quality, and financial performance across multiple locations and hospitality concepts.

In this senior leadership role, you will oversee multi-unit restaurant operations, food cost management, inventory controls, menu development, and culinary training programs. You will act as a key corporate resource for field teams, supporting high-impact initiatives and maintaining best-in-class food and guest experience standards. This position is ideal for a strategic culinary leader with strong analytical skills, multi-location experience, and a passion for innovation in hospitality.

What You'll Do:

• Provide corporate-level oversight of multi-unit food and beverage operations
• Conduct property visits and culinary audits to assess quality, execution, and compliance
• Drive improvements in guest satisfaction, operational performance, and consistency
• Implement corrective action plans based on data and field insights
• Lead new restaurant openings, conversions, and operational turnaround projects
• Provide on-site leadership during peak demand or staffing shortages
• Support crisis management, operational continuity, and field transitions
• Analyze P&L statements, labor costs, food cost percentages, and KPIs
• Drive initiatives focused on profitability, cost control, and operational efficiency
• Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
• Oversee inventory systems, procurement strategies, and purchasing processes
• Reduce waste and improve product utilization and vendor optimization
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies
• Maintain and enforce corporate culinary standards and SOPs
• Ensure consistency in food quality, portioning, and presentation
• Conduct food safety audits and compliance reviews
• Lead menu engineering, seasonal development, and concept innovation
• Align menus with market trends, guest preferences, and brand goals
• Oversee recipe standardization and product testing
• Mentor and develop Executive Chefs and culinary leadership teams
• Lead training in food safety, cost control, and operational excellence
• Support succession planning and talent development
• Ensure compliance with FDA, state, and local food safety regulations
• Maintain sanitation standards and audit readiness
• Promote a culture of safety and risk management

What You'll Bring:

• 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• 5+ years in multi-unit or corporate food & beverage leadership
• Experience managing national or regional restaurant operations
• Proven success driving P&L performance and cost optimization
• Experience with new openings, task force teams, and turnaround projects

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Business, or related field
• ACF certification or equivalent preferred

Skills

• Strong expertise in culinary operations, menu development, and food quality control
• Advanced knowledge of inventory systems, purchasing, and supply chain management
• Financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and KPI analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, POS systems, and inventory platforms
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to travel 15-20% nationally
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to support urgent operational needs and task force deployments

Why Westgate?  

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.