Executive Commissary Chef — High-Volume Lounge

Compass Group USA; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

FLIK Hospitality Group, a division of Compass Group USA, seeks an experienced Commissary Executive Sous Chef to drive culinary excellence at the Capital One Lounge, Washington Dulles International Airport. You will lead a high-volume commissary, ensure top-notch food quality, and manage costs while developing a skilled culinary team.

Join a fast-paced hospitality environment focused on chef-driven experiences, seasonal menus, and safety.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a commissary, upscale restaurant, hotel, lounge, catering, or high-volume foodservice environment.
• Strong knowledge of food production, inventory management, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Expertise across multiple kitchen stations and large-scale food preparation.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary teams.
• Comprehensive understanding of HACCP, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily commissary kitchen operations in collaboration with Executive Chef.
• Oversee food preparation, production, and presentation ensuring top quality.
• Assist with menu execution, ordering, receiving, inventory management, and production planning.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Manage food and labor costs to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members for service excellence.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and hospitality.
• Support seasonal menu rollouts and new culinary programs.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with operations and lounge leadership for seamless food production.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Cost controls

Inventory management

Team development

Communication

Organizational skills

Kitchen systems

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or related field

ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kitchen management systems

Job description

FLIK Hospitality Group, a division of Compass Group USA, seeks an experienced Commissary Executive Sous Chef to drive culinary excellence at the Capital One Lounge, Washington Dulles International Airport. You will lead a high-volume commissary, ensure top-notch food quality, and manage costs while developing a skilled culinary team.

Join a fast-paced hospitality environment focused on chef-driven experiences, seasonal menus, and safety.