Executive Chef Role at Flik Hospitality Group, Dallas TX

Executive Chef – Capital One Lounge at DFW | Flik Hospitality Group

Flik Hospitality Group, a division of Compass USA, is seeking an innovative and hospitality-driven Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation at the prestigious Capital One Lounge at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Located in Dallas, TX, this full-time role offers an accomplished culinary leader the chance to oversee a premium food and beverage program that is actively redefining the airport travel experience.

Capital One Lounges are widely recognized for their chef-driven menus, locally inspired cuisine, fresh small plates, handcrafted grab-and-go offerings, premium cocktails, and specialty coffee. The lounge combines the quality of an upscale restaurant with the energy and pace of a dynamic airport environment. As the Executive Chef, you will ensure exceptional food quality, innovation, presentation, and consistency while delivering memorable guest experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct all culinary operations, guaranteeing exceptional food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee food production, preparation, and execution across all menu offerings and service stations.
• Partner with corporate culinary leadership to develop seasonal menus and innovative dining experiences.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Manage food cost, labor, purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and operational excellence.
• Provide hands-on leadership during peak service periods.
• Partner with lounge leadership to exceed guest and client expectations.
• Drive culinary innovation through chef-attended stations, VIP events, seasonal features, and premium dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive culinary experience, including three or more years in an Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or similar leadership role.
• Minimum of three years of experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, private clubs, premium lounges, resorts, or chef-driven restaurant concepts.
• Proven success leading culinary teams in high-volume, quality-focused environments.
• Strong knowledge of menu development, culinary trends, and modern cooking techniques.
• Experience delivering elevated dining experiences, including action stations, upscale buffets, and VIP service.
• Solid understanding of food cost controls, labor management, inventory, and budget performance.
• Outstanding leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Airport lounge, luxury hotel, private club, or high-end hospitality experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Culinary Arts or Hospitality degree preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $105,000, accompanied by a comprehensive benefit package. Associates at Flik Hospitality Group are offered many fantastic benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off (varies by site and state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave and Personal Leave

Application Tips for Aspiring Candidates

To position yourself as a strong contender for this Executive Chef role within the Food and Beverage Services industry, consider the following strategic steps:

• Showcase Your Menu Engineering Expertise: Highlight specific instances where you successfully designed seasonal menus, managed food costs, and implemented waste reduction initiatives. Quantify your achievements, such as improved food cost percentages or increased guest satisfaction scores.
• Emphasize High-Volume Leadership: The airport environment demands a unique blend of quality and speed. Discuss your background in high-volume, quality-focused settings, focusing on your ability to maintain consistency and excellence during peak service periods. Mention any experience with chef-attended stations or action stations.
• Highlight Relevant Certifications: Ensure your ServSafe Certification and any culinary arts or hospitality degrees are prominently featured. These credentials validate your knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards, which are critical in a premium airport lounge setting.
• Demonstrate Cultural Alignment: Flik Hospitality Group values passion, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Tailor your professional narrative to reflect these principles, providing examples of how you have recruited, trained, and developed high-performing culinary teams in luxury hospitality or private club environments.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.