Executive Chef - Chase Sapphire Lounge - Join the Team!

Sodexo Live! is a premier hospitality service provider known for delivering exceptional experiences across a variety of venues, including airport lounges, stadiums, arenas, convention and conference centers, zoos, and museums. Their commitment to excellence and innovation makes them a leader in the hospitality industry. At San Diego International Airport (SAN), Sodexo Live! supports the prestigious Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club, offering passengers an exclusive space to relax and rejuvenate while waiting for their journeys. This environment epitomizes comfort, quality, and culinary excellence, positioning Sodexo Live! as a destination for travelers seeking both luxury and convenience. The Executive Chef role at Sodexo Live! within the Chase Sapphire Lounge at SAN is a dynamic leadership opportunity designed for culinary professionals passionate about innovation and team development. This role is pivotal in maintaining the highest culinary standards, ensuring menu compliance, and managing food costs with precision. The Executive Chef will play a key role in purchasing, inventory management, and forecasting food production to maintain efficiency and quality standards. They will also be responsible for upholding food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety protocols, ensuring that the lounge operates in compliance with all regulatory requirements. More than just managing food production, the Executive Chef will be a mentor and motivator, inspiring a team of culinary staff to embrace new trends and innovations. This position demands a strong leader who can foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. The kitchen environment is fast-paced and requires someone who is both creative and analytical, able to balance the art of culinary presentation with the science of business management. Experience with automated inventory, ordering, and production management systems, including proficiency in tools like Excel spreadsheets, is essential for success in this role. Sodexo Live! offers a work environment where every employee's contribution is valued, and where diversity and inclusion are fundamental to its corporate culture. The company provides fair and equitable compensation reflective of the candidate's education, experience, and skills, supported by a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision care, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. This role also features practical incentives such as paid airport parking, recognizing the unique demands of working in an airport setting. Joining Sodexo Live! means becoming part of an organization that aims to create a better everyday for everyone, promoting not only economic success but also social and environmental progress. The Executive Chef position at the Chase Sapphire Lounge allows culinary professionals to thrive in an innovative, supportive, and vibrant hospitality environment. If you are passionate about food, leadership, and the opportunity to create memorable culinary experiences for discerning guests, this role represents a fantastic opportunity to advance your career with a global leader in hospitality services.

• bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• minimum 3 years management experience
• minimum 3 years work experience in food or culinary services
• ability to work a flexible schedule
• excellent mentoring, leadership and communication skills
• strong coaching and employee development skills
• passion for food and innovation