Sous Chef- Capital One Landing - DCA Airport

Compass Group•ARLINGTON, VA

3d•$68,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Working as the Sous Chef at Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Department in a unique, elevated airport dining environment. You will assist with the supervision, preparation, and cooking of high-quality menu items while maintaining exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, sanitation, and guest experience. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to execute menus, oversee daily culinary production, assist with ordering and inventory, and provide leadership and direction to hourly culinary associates. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, hands-on, and entrepreneurial culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while delivering upscale restaurant-quality cuisine and hospitality. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, passionate culinary leader with strong kitchen management experience and a commitment to quality, creativity, and hospitality. You will help lead and develop the culinary team, maintain exceptional food and safety standards, support menu development and new culinary initiatives, and create an outstanding dining experience for every guest.

Requirements

A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent culinary experience
Progressive culinary and/or kitchen management experience
Upscale restaurant, fine dining, premium hospitality, or elevated foodservice experience preferred
High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food production, and batch cooking
Comprehensive knowledge of food trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary team members
Strong organizational skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and internet applications
Willingness to participate in client and guest satisfaction programs and activities
Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs
ServSafe certification highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations and team supervision
Oversees food preparation, production, cooking, garnishment, and presentation
Assists with managing food costs, cost controls, and account expenditures
Assists with menu planning, development, and execution
Coaches, develops, and provides direction to culinary associates
Maintains high standards for food quality, consistency, sanitation, and food safety
Supports ordering, inventory, production planning, and waste controls
Executes high-volume food production while maintaining upscale culinary standards
Supports new culinary programs in partnership with Company culinary and marketing teams
Helps deliver an exceptional culinary and hospitality experience for every guest