Airline Lounges Sous Chef / KM

Sodexo•Portland, OR

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo's Airline Lounge Segment has an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager to join the elite team of professionals who will operate the Alaska Airlines Lounge at Portland International Airport in Portland, OR. We are seeking a talented individual who will commit to the challenges of creating and delivering a upscale experience within a thoughtfully designed travel oasis. The ideal candidate will have an eclectic menu knowledge and upscale 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. This is a full time, hourly position with room to grow! Excellent quality of life! Benefits available day one, with 3 weeks paid vacation to start! Must be able to pass a TSA background check and obtain an airport badge.

Requirements

a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
2-3 years of KM or Sous Chef level management experience;
safety and sanitation expert, servsafe certified;
excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards;
strong coaching and employee development skills;
have a passion for food and innovation.
Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

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;
have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary policy and prodecure;
ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance;
have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems.