Chef de Cuisine, Premium Airport Lounge
Corporate and business dining contractor, part of a larger national foodservice group, running a premium airport lounge near Seattle
| Employer | Corporate and business dining contractor, part of a larger national foodservice group, running a premium airport lounge near Seattle (not named) |
|---|---|
| Location | SeaTac, WA (Seattle) · On-site |
| Type & level | Full-time · Lead |
| Pay | USD 95k–100 thousand per year Source: pay range stated in the source posting |
| Visa path | O-1B fit (senior candidates) |
| Role family | Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine |
About the role
This role leads the culinary program for an exclusive premium airline lounge at an airport near Seattle. The Chef de Cuisine owns food quality, presentation and consistency for VIP guests. The post also covers cost control, team development and menu innovation with corporate culinary leadership.
What you'll do
- Lead daily kitchen operations with attention to quality, consistency and presentation
- Oversee food production and preparation for all menu offerings
- Develop seasonal menus and culinary programs with corporate culinary leadership
- Recruit, train and coach the culinary team
- Manage food cost, labor, inventory, purchasing and waste reduction
- Enforce food safety, sanitation and HACCP standards while leading during peak service
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive culinary experience, including 3+ years in a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef or similar leadership role
- At least 5 years of fine dining experience in an upscale restaurant, luxury hotel, private club, resort or similar setting
- Experience leading culinary teams in a high-volume, quality-focused environment
- Knowledge of classical and contemporary techniques, menu development and ingredient sourcing
- Strong command of food cost, labor planning, purchasing and inventory controls
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
Nice to have
- Experience in premium airport lounges, luxury hotels, Michelin-recognized restaurants, private clubs or high-end catering
- ServSafe or Department of Health certification
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or a related field
Pay & benefits
USD 95k–100 thousand per year. The posting lists medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off and holidays, paid parental leave, and wellness and commuter programs.
Pay source: pay range stated in the source posting. Market data, not an offer from O1DMatch.
Visa path
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