Airport Kitchen Supervisor - Lead Premium Food Service

Compass Group USA; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Critical Illness Insurance

Legal Services

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an experienced Cook Supervisor to support culinary operations at the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). This hands-on leadership role supervises daily production, ensures exceptional food quality and safety, and fosters a positive team environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of supervisory experience in hospitality, strong cooking and food safety knowledge, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary leadership or supervisory experience in a restaurant, hotel, lounge, catering, or upscale foodservice environment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, culinary techniques, and food safety practices.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead cooks and kitchen team members during daily operations.
• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality menu items in accordance with established recipes and standards.
• Ensure food is prepared, displayed, and served with a focus on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
• Monitor production levels and support efficient kitchen workflow during peak service periods.
• Train, coach, and mentor culinary team members on food preparation techniques, safety standards, and service expectations.
• Maintain compliance with all HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and airport security requirements.
• Assist with inventory management, product rotation, ordering, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with management to ensure seamless execution of lounge dining experiences, special offerings, and events.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication

Adaptability

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking an experienced Cook Supervisor to support culinary operations at the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). This hands-on leadership role supervises daily production, ensures exceptional food quality and safety, and fosters a positive team environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of supervisory experience in hospitality, strong cooking and food safety knowledge, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced setting.