COMMISSARY EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - CAPITAL ONE Lounges - IAD

Compass Group • Chantily, VA

1d • $75,000 - $83,500 • Onsite

About The Position

FLIK Hospitality Group, a division of Compass Group USA, is seeking an experienced and passionate Commissary Executive Sous Chef to support culinary operations for the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport. This leadership role partners with the Executive Chef to oversee a high-volume commissary kitchen producing chef-driven food experiences for lounge guests. The role calls for a hands-on culinary leader committed to culinary excellence, team development, food safety, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a commissary, upscale restaurant, hotel, lounge, catering, or high-volume foodservice environment.
• Strong knowledge of food production, inventory management, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Expertise across multiple kitchen stations and large-scale food preparation.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary teams.
• Comprehensive understanding of HACCP, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or a related field.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading daily commissary kitchen operations.
• Oversee food preparation, production, and presentation while maintaining high quality standards.
• Assist with menu execution, ordering, receiving, inventory management, and production planning.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards.
• Manage food and labor costs, maximize efficiency, and minimize waste.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and hospitality.
• Support seasonal menu rollouts, culinary initiatives, and new programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with operations and lounge leadership to ensure seamless food production and delivery.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Holiday time off, varying by site and state
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave
• Additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed