EXECUTIVE CHEF- Delta Sky Club - CLT Airport

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

4d•$86,500•Onsite

About The Position

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? Grow your career with Eurest. Ready to lead culinary excellence in a premier VIP airport lounge? Eurest is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary and food service operation at the VIP Delta Sky Club at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). This highly visible leadership role is responsible for developing and inspiring the culinary team, creating fresh and innovative menus, maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation, managing food costs and inventory, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. We are looking for a culinary leader who brings creativity, strong business acumen, operational expertise, and a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience. If you are ready to combine culinary innovation with premium hospitality, this could be your next great career opportunity.

Requirements

Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or restaurants
Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Must have a working knowledge of HACCP
ServSafe certified is a plus

Nice To Haves

High-volume production and catering expertise
Strong financial acumen (cost controls + budgeting)
A passion for innovation, quality, and growth
Culinary degree preferred
Experience with exposition cooking needed
Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a high-performing culinary team
Design and execute exciting, fresh, and elevated menus
Manage inventory, purchasing, and food cost controls
Ensure top-notch food safety and sanitation standards
Launch new culinary concepts in partnership with marketing
Deliver an exceptional guest experience—every single day
Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
Possess a passion for sustainability