Executive Chef - Premium Airport Lounge Leadership

Compass Group USA; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group, a division of Compass USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation at the Capital One Lounge at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). This role oversees menu execution, financial performance, and a high‑volume, premium dining program in a luxury lounge, partnering with corporate leadership to deliver chef‑driven experiences.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive culinary experience, strong leadership, and a track record of elevating

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary experience in high‑volume, luxury environments.
• 3+ years in leadership roles such as Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage food cost, and deliver VIP dining experiences.
• Strong knowledge of menu development, trends, and modern techniques.
• Experience in premium lounges, resorts, or luxury hospitality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee food production, preparation, and execution across all menu offerings and service stations.
• Partner with corporate culinary leadership to develop seasonal menus and innovative dining experiences.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high‑performing culinary team.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the operation.
• Manage food cost, labor, purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction initiatives.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Team building

Quality focus

VIP service

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Hospitality degree

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group, a division of Compass USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation at the Capital One Lounge at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). This role oversees menu execution, financial performance, and a high‑volume, premium dining program in a luxury lounge, partnering with corporate leadership to deliver chef‑driven experiences.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive culinary experience, strong leadership, and a track record of elevating