Role Overview
Sodexo Live! Airport Lounges is seeking a Vice President of Culinary to lead and elevate how we design, deliver, and continuously improve the culinary experience across our airport lounges portfolio in North America.
Location and Travel
This is a remote position with 50-75% travel.
What You'll Do
- Culinary Strategy & Innovation
- Culinary Development & Menu Management
- Product Specification, Supply Chain & Financial Performance
- Leadership, Talent Development & Growth
- Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility
Incentives
- Annual Incentive Plan, Long Term Incentive Plan and Car Allowance
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate’s education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate’s specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 12+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in multi‑unit hospitality, premium foodservice, hotels, lounges, or upscale dining environments.
- Proven experience leading large culinary teams across multiple locations.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, labor, and P&L performance.
- Experience in menu engineering, product sourcing, supply chain collaboration, and culinary operations.
- Demonstrated success in innovation, scaling concepts, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum Management Experience: 10 years
- Minimum Functional Experience: 7 years
EEO Statement
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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