Executive Chef 4: Lead High-Volume Airport Kitchen

Sodexo; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 103,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is seeking an Executive Chef 4 for an exclusive and ultra-premium lounge at John F. Kennedy Airport. Lead culinary operations, drive menu innovation, and mentor top culinary talent while ensuring the highest food safety standards across multiple units.

The role requires extensive high-volume leadership, strong cost control, and hands-on training. Bilingual in Korean strongly preferred, with a competitive pay range reflecting senior leadership in a premium hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience in food service/hospitality.
• 3 years of related culinary experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations at a high-volume, multi-unit environment.
• Develop menus, recipes and production standards.
• Coach and develop culinary staff; ensure food safety and HACCP compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Plate costing

Culinary trends

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

FMS

Job description

Sodexo Live! is seeking an Executive Chef 4 for an exclusive and ultra-premium lounge at John F. Kennedy Airport. Lead culinary operations, drive menu innovation, and mentor top culinary talent while ensuring the highest food safety standards across multiple units.

The role requires extensive high-volume leadership, strong cost control, and hands-on training. Bilingual in Korean strongly preferred, with a competitive pay range reflecting senior leadership in a premium hospitality setting.