Sodexo is hiring: Airline Lounges Director of Culinary, Premium Services in Chic

Overview Sodexo Live! Airport Lounges, North America is seeking a visionary Premium Culinary Director to lead the strategic development and execution of innovative culinary experiences across our premium airline lounge and hospitality operations. This high-impact role demands a creative leader with a strong culinary background, exceptional collaboration skills, and a passion for delivering elevated guest experiences. The Premium Culinary Director will serve as a brand ambassador and innovation catalyst, shaping the future of premium dining through elite partnerships, new concept development, and trend-setting initiatives. Incentives: Annual Incentive Plan. What You’ll Do Culinary Engagement & Partnerships: Lead all aspects of culinary engagement, including Global Chef partnerships, restaurant collaborations, high-profile Pop-Ups, and curated off-site culinary events. Concept Development & Execution: Spearhead new food & beverage concept ideation from the RFP phase through to launch, including overarching concept design, RFP menu creation, and rollout of new initiatives. Menu Strategy & Collaboration: Collaborate with Executive Chefs across premium airline lounges to develop, review, and approve a la carte menus that meet brand, quality, and client expectations. Client Tastings & Presentations: Regularly host and attend client tastings to present and refine menus for upcoming rollouts and culinary refreshes. Stakeholder Partnership: Serve as the primary liaison with client culinary teams and guest experience leadership to ensure offerings align with brand standards and elevate the premium customer experience. Brand Representation & Industry Engagement: Represent Sodexo Live! as a premier voice in culinary innovation at industry conferences, panels, seminars, and media events, reinforcing our leadership in premium hospitality. What We Offer Compensation is based on education, experience, and other criteria. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: 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 More information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring Proven experience (10+ years) in culinary leadership within premium hospitality, airline lounges, or high-end F&B environments Strong portfolio of concept development and successful business rollouts Exceptional culinary palate with deep knowledge of global cuisine and food trends Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and client-facing communication skills Passionate about innovation, quality, and the guest experience Ability to travel for site visits, tastings, events, and conferences Company & Values At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We commit to equal employment opportunities 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 law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience: 7 Years Minimum Functional Experience: 7 years Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Facilities Services Hospitals and Health Care Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr