Sous Chef DELTA ONE LOUNGE- SEA

Compass Group USA; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Eurest is seeking an accomplished Sous Chef to join the Delta One Lounge team at Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This role focuses on elevated cuisine, impeccable presentation, and world‑class service for discerning travelers.

The candidate will lead a culinary team in a premium lounge setting, collaborating with corporate culinary and marketing teams on seasonal menus and culinary innovations. Availability for flexible schedules is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Minimum 3 years of Fine Dining experience in upscale venues.
• Experience with luxury hospitality, VIP guest service, tasting menus, and chef-attended stations.
• Strong understanding of food cost management, labor management, purchasing, inventory controls, and waste reduction strategies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality, restaurant-caliber menu items.
• Support an elevated food program featuring seasonal menus and premium ingredients.
• Lead, coach, train, and inspire culinary team members to achieve excellence.
• Oversee production schedules, prep lists, and station organization for efficient service.
• Monitor inventory levels, ordering, and product utilization to minimize waste and costs.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Supervisory experience

Fine dining experience

VIP guest service

Menu development

Food cost management

Labor management

Purchasing

Inventory controls

Waste reduction

Team development

ServSafe certification

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Inventory management systems

Job description

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Position Title:Sous Chef DELTA ONE LOUNGE- SEA

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation’s largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest’s leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in‑unit associates excel as they deliver world‑class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on‑site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations?Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

Ready to Elevate Your Culinary Career?

Eurest is seeking an accomplished Sous Chef to join our team at the Delta One Lounge at Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport (SEA), an exclusive premium lounge designed for Delta’s most discerning guests.

This is a unique opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise in a sophisticated setting where elevated cuisine, impeccable presentation, and world‑class service come together to create memorable dining experiences for travelers from around the globe.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and participating in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high‑quality, restaurant‑caliber menu items.
• Support the execution of an elevated food program featuring seasonal menus, premium ingredients, and refined culinary techniques.
• Assist with menu development, recipe standardization, and new menu rollouts in collaboration with corporate culinary and marketing teams.
• Lead, coach, train, and inspire culinary team members to achieve operational excellence and professional growth.
• Oversee production schedules, prep lists, and station organization to ensure efficient service execution.
• Monitor inventory levels, ordering, receiving, and product utilization to minimize waste and control costs.
• Manage kitchen operations during service periods and provide hands‑on leadership during peak business hours.
• Support special events, VIP experiences, chef activations, and curated dining programs as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Minimum 3 years of Fine Dining experience in an upscale restaurant, luxury hotel, private club, premium lounge, resort, or chef‑driven concept.
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern culinary techniques, advanced cooking methods, ingredient sourcing, and contemporary food trends.
• Experience with luxury hospitality, VIP guest service, tasting menus, and chef‑attended stations, strongly preferred.
• Experience in premium airport lounges, luxury hotels, Michelin‑recognized restaurants, country clubs, or high‑end catering operations is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of food cost management, labor management, purchasing, inventory controls, and waste reduction strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, coaching, and team development skills.
• ServSafe Certification or Department of Health Certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and inventory management systems.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Associates at Eurest 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

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.