Cook Supervisor- Capital One Lounge-IAD Airport

Compass Group•STERLING, VA

10d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

FLIK, a division of Compass Group, is seeking an experienced and motivated Cook Supervisor to support culinary operations within the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). This hands-on leadership role supervises daily food production, ensures exceptional food quality and presentation, maintains food safety standards, and supports a positive team environment. The role is suited to a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality setting and is committed to delivering a premium guest experience.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of food preparation, culinary techniques, and food safety practices.
Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality setting.
Excellent communication, organizational, and team-building skills.
Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of culinary leadership or supervisory experience in a restaurant, hotel, lounge, catering, or upscale foodservice environment.
Experience with premium dining, catering, banquets, or airport hospitality operations.
ServSafe Certification, or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead cooks and kitchen team members during daily operations.
Prepare, cook, and present menu items in accordance with established recipes and standards.
Ensure food is prepared, displayed, and served with a focus on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
Monitor production levels and support efficient kitchen workflow during peak service periods.
Train, coach, and mentor culinary team members on food preparation techniques, safety standards, and service expectations.
Maintain compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and airport security requirements.
Assist with inventory management, product rotation, ordering, and waste reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with management to ensure seamless execution of lounge dining experiences, special offerings, and events.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.

Benefits

Free meals, uniforms, and laundering service available at select locations.
Retirement Plan.
Associate Shopping Program.
Health and Wellness Programs.
Discount Marketplace.
Identity Theft Protection.
Pet Insurance.
Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.
Full-time positions also offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.