Chef de Cuisine: Lead Kitchen and Elevate High-Volume Menus

Concessions International; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Concessions International in Sterling, VA is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead a high-volume kitchen, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation across all menu items while maximizing efficiency and guest satisfaction. You will oversee food preparation, inventory management, par levels, ordering and brand-compliant records.

The role emphasizes staff coaching and development, food safety and sanitation, cost control and collaboration with brand partners to deliver exceptional dining

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a senior kitchen management role, with a background in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor and manage a large team.
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with staff, management and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and manage kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with brand culinary team to design a seasonal, high-volume menu.
• Oversee preparation and cooking of all menu items, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation.
• Manage food inventory and orders, maintaining par levels within budget constraints.
• Ensure health, safety, sanitation, and quality control across all kitchen activities.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, organizing regular performance reviews and feedback.
• Monitor labor costs, food waste and overall kitchen expenses to meet budget goals.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Kitchen leadership

Menu planning

Inventory control

Food safety knowledge

Staff training

Cost management

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

5–7 years leadership in kitchen

Job description

Concessions International in Sterling, VA is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead a high-volume kitchen, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation across all menu items while maximizing efficiency and guest satisfaction. You will oversee food preparation, inventory management, par levels, ordering and brand-compliant records.

The role emphasizes staff coaching and development, food safety and sanitation, cost control and collaboration with brand partners to deliver exceptional dining