Airline Lounges Executive Chef

Sodexo S A • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Sodexo Live!'s Airline Lounge Segment has an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Executive Chef to join the elite team of professionals who will operate the Cathay Pacific Lounge at Harvey Milk International Airport in San Francisco, CA. We are seeking a talented individual who will commit to the challenges of creating and delivering a culinary-driven, upscale experience within a thoughtfully designed travel oasis. The ideal Executive Chef candidate will have an eclectic menu knowledge and upscale to fine-dining experience, with a strong background in high volume catering and events execution. This is a hands-on Chef role requiring previous experience managing upscale food production. High volume, scratch kitchen background from Hotels or Restaurants is preferred. We're especially interested in candidates with a strong foundation in Cantonese cuisine, with fluency or at least working knowledge of the Cantonese language being highly valued.

Requirements

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends
• 2-3 years minimum experience at the executive chef level in a recognized concept or hospitality location
• Cantonese cuisine experience along with San Francisco local fare preferred
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards
• strong coaching and employee development skills
• a passion for food and innovation

Responsibilities

• be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting
• ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented
• drive safety, sanitation, and HAACP
• develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations
• ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees