Lead Executive Chef - Luxury Airline Lounges

Sodexo; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo Live! Airline Lounges in Seattle’s SEATAC area seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for Alaska Airlines Lounges. This hands-on leadership role delivers an elevated guest experience through standardizing operations and inspiring a talented team.

You'll drive menus, procurement, and cost-conscious sourcing while building partnerships with clients. Nights, weekends, and holidays are required for this fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Leadership and mentoring experience in culinary teams.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge for food safety and compliance.
• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for SEATAC lounges, delivering culinary excellence.
• Standardize operations and drive process improvements.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff and foster teamwork.
• Design innovative menus aligned with client preferences and nutrition standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Procurement

HACCP

ServSafe

Problem solving

Staff development

High-volume kitchens

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo Live! Airline Lounges in Seattle’s SEATAC area seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for Alaska Airlines Lounges. This hands-on leadership role delivers an elevated guest experience through standardizing operations and inspiring a talented team.

You'll drive menus, procurement, and cost-conscious sourcing while building partnerships with clients. Nights, weekends, and holidays are required for this fast-paced hospitality environment.