SR SOUS CHEF - Delta One Premium Lounge - Boston Logan International Airport

Compass Group•Boston, MA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support the culinary leadership team at the Delta One Premium Lounge at Boston Logan International Airport. The lounge serves discerning travelers with elevated cuisine, exceptional presentation, and high-quality service. The Senior Sous Chef partners closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily culinary operations, execute menus, maintain food quality, and lead the culinary team in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting. The role involves hands-on kitchen leadership, menu development, team development, and operational oversight. The Senior Sous Chef helps deliver luxury dining experiences while supporting operational excellence and ensuring the kitchen meets food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain required airport security credentials, including Massport badging and background check requirements.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive culinary experience, including leadership responsibilities in upscale dining environments.
At least 3 years of experience in fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, private clubs, premium lounges, chef-driven concepts, or high-end catering operations.
Strong experience leading teams in high-volume, quality-focused food service environments.
Comprehensive knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques, menu development, food trends, food safety, and presentation standards.
Strong understanding of food cost management, inventory controls, labor planning, purchasing, and budget performance.
ServSafe Certification required or obtainable upon hire.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and related systems.
Excellent communication, leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to successfully obtain and maintain required airport security credentials, including Massport badging and background check requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, a Culinary Certificate, or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
Catering, banquet, and special event experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring quality, consistency, and exceptional presentation.
Supervise food preparation, production, execution, and plating of menu offerings.
Support the development and implementation of seasonal menus, recipes, and culinary initiatives with company culinary leadership.
Develop creative menu offerings featuring local New England flavors and seasonal ingredients.
Lead, coach, train, recruit, and mentor culinary team members, fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Assist with labor management, food cost controls, purchasing, inventory management, and waste reduction.
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards.
Provide hands-on leadership during service periods, peak travel times, and special events.
Maintain an organized and spotless kitchen environment consistent with luxury hospitality standards.