Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Client Demos

Air Culinaire Worldwide, LLC; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan with match

Multiple medical plans to choose from

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account / Flexible Sp,休

Job summary

Air Culinaire Worldwide, LLC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead on-site culinary operations at SeaTac, WA. This role oversees kitchen staff, menu development, and food safety programs, ensuring high-quality cuisine and adherence to ACW standards.

The Executive Chef will manage purchasing, par levels, and food cost controls while supporting client demonstrations and tastings. Travel and FAA clearance may be required as part of client engagements.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must have valid driver's license and be able to pass FAA on-ramp security clearance and screenings.

Responsibilities

• Manage all kitchen and culinary staff under GM.
• Oversee food purchasing, inventory, and cost controls to maintain profitability.
• Develop client-facing menus and proposal materials.
• Train and develop kitchen staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and Food Safety standards across operations.
• Coordinate with Sales and Marketing from a culinary perspective.

Skills

Staff management

Food safety HACCP

Kitchen operations

Menu development

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Air Culinaire Worldwide, LLC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead on-site culinary operations at SeaTac, WA. This role oversees kitchen staff, menu development, and food safety programs, ensuring high-quality cuisine and adherence to ACW standards.

The Executive Chef will manage purchasing, par levels, and food cost controls while supporting client demonstrations and tastings. Travel and FAA clearance may be required as part of client engagements.