Sous Chef- Capital One Landing - DCA Airport

Compass Group USA; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Sous Chef for the Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). You will support the culinary department in an elevated airport dining environment, supervising and cooking high-quality menu items to meet strict standards.

You will work with the Executive Chef to plan menus, oversee daily production, assist with ordering and inventory, and lead hourly culinary staff in a fast-paced setting that delivers upscale hospitality.

Qualifications

• A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent culinary experience.
• Progressive culinary and/or kitchen management experience.
• Upscale restaurant, fine dining, premium hospitality, or elevated foodservice experience preferred.
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food production, and batch cooking.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary team members.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations and team supervision.
• Oversees food preparation, production, cooking, garnishment, and presentation.
• Assists with managing food costs, cost controls, and account expenditures.
• Assists with menu planning, development, and execution.
• Coaches, develops, and provides direction to culinary associates.
• Maintains high standards for food quality, consistency, sanitation, and food safety.
• Supports ordering, inventory, production planning, and waste controls.
• Executes high-volume food production while maintaining upscale culinary standards.
• Supports new culinary programs in partnership with Company culinary and marketing teams.
• Helps deliver an exceptional culinary and hospitality experience for every guest.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Food production

Menu development

Cost controls

Staff coaching

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Education

A.S. in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Sous Chef- Capital One Landing - DCA Airport

Position Title: Sous Chef- Capital One Landing - DCA Airport

Salary: $68,000 - $70,000 / yearly

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefit Package

What makes FLIK click

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions, and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them, and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value, and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited, and engaged by providing hands‑on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do, and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary

Working as the Sous Chef at Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Department in a unique, elevated airport dining environment.

You will assist with the supervision, preparation, and cooking of high-quality menu items while maintaining exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, sanitation, and guest experience.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef to execute menus, oversee daily culinary production, assist with ordering and inventory, and provide leadership and direction to hourly culinary associates. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, hands‑on, and entrepreneurial culinary professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment while delivering upscale restaurant‑quality cuisine and hospitality.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on, passionate culinary leader with strong kitchen management experience and a commitment to quality, creativity, and hospitality. You will help lead and develop the culinary team, maintain exceptional food and safety standards, support menu development and new culinary initiatives, and create an outstanding dining experience for every guest.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations and team supervision
• Oversees food preparation, production, cooking, garnishment, and presentation
• Assists with managing food costs, cost controls, and account expenditures
• Assists with menu planning, development, and execution
• Coaches, develops, and provides direction to culinary associates
• Maintains high standards for food quality, consistency, sanitation, and food safety
• Supports ordering, inventory, production planning, and waste controls
• Executes high-volume food production while maintaining upscale culinary standards
• Supports new culinary programs in partnership with Company culinary and marketing teams
• Helps deliver an exceptional culinary and hospitality experience for every guest

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent culinary experience
• Progressive culinary and/or kitchen management experience
• Upscale restaurant, fine dining, premium hospitality, or elevated foodservice experience preferred
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food production, and batch cooking
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary team members
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and internet applications
• Willingness to participate in client and guest satisfaction programs and activities
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs

Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.