Executive Sous Chef — Lead Culinary Team & Quality

Universal Weather And Aviation; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) match

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Supplemental benefits

HSA / FSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Air Culinaire Worldwide is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Greenwood Village, CO to manage culinary program quality, costs, and HACCP compliance. You will oversee schedules, training, and team performance, acting as a key liaison with clients and internal leadership.

The role requires 6–8 years in cruise/hospitality/aviation with leadership in a kitchen, plus HACCP certification. Expect diverse shifts and strong emphasis on food safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Six–eight years in cruise, hotel, aviation with leadership and culinary focus.
• 5–7 years kitchen leadership in catering or fine dining.
• HACCP training and Safe Food Handling certification.
• Strong knowledge of food handling procedures and government codes.
• Excellent knife skills.
• Ability to lead and develop teams in fast-paced environments.
• Dynamic supervisory experience.
• Comfortable engaging with clients to build loyalty and rapport.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and verify best-in-class culinary production and quality per ACW standards.
• Train, mentor, and audit culinary staff and equipment handling.
• Ensure cost control and productive operations; manage inventory and compliance.
• Communicate with clients and internal teams to drive engagement and market presence.
• Maintain professional appearance and adherence to uniform standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

HACCP training

Knife skills

Food handling knowledge

Communication

Client engagement

Team supervision

Staff development

Fast-paced environment

Documentation

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Air Culinaire Worldwide is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Greenwood Village, CO to manage culinary program quality, costs, and HACCP compliance. You will oversee schedules, training, and team performance, acting as a key liaison with clients and internal leadership.

The role requires 6–8 years in cruise/hospitality/aviation with leadership in a kitchen, plus HACCP certification. Expect diverse shifts and strong emphasis on food safety, quality, and teamwork.