Executive Chef

About PS

PS is redefining the way the world travels. We build and operate private airport terminals that transform commercial air travel into a seamless luxury experience. Currently serving guests at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), with new terminals underway at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Miami International Airport (MIA), PS is pioneering a new global standard in hospitality.

Far from the crowds and chaos of the public airport, PS offers members the privacy, ease, and security of the private flight experience while flying commercial. With exclusive partnerships with TSA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, guests move effortlessly through line-free departures and arrivals. Every moment is carefully orchestrated by our expert team - private TSA screening, dedicated customs and immigration services, and luxury chauffeur transfers across the airfield directly to or from your aircraft.

Inside our private terminals, guests enjoy serene suites, chef-prepared dining, spa services, and personalized attention, while our Control Room coordinates discreetly with government, airline, and security partners to ensure unmatched efficiency, safety, and peace of mind. At PS, waiting in lines, crowded terminals, and luggage hassles give way to quiet elegance, service with heart and inspired experiences.

We are building more than terminals - we are shaping a new way to travel. If you're passionate about luxury hospitality and excited to be part of something extraordinary, join us as we expand to new markets and reimagine the future of travel with PS.

The Role: Executive Chef - PS DFW

The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of culinary excellence, consistency, and efficiency. This individual will serve as a key leader within the culinary team, upholding the company's core values not just in practice but as a living example to all staff. Working closely with the Corporate Chef, the Executive Chef will be instrumental in cultivating a culture of integrity, creativity, and collaboration, while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality, safety, and guest satisfaction.

The position reports to Corporate Chef of PS.

 Responsibilities & Expectations  

• Assuming all responsibilities of the Corporate Chef when they are not present
  • Special attention to the communication and management of the chef team and line staff. 
  • Special attention to all staffing issues, equipment issues, operational issues. 
• Create and Implement policies and procedures and communicate them to the team.
• Setting agendas, timelines, etc. with team on various projects. 
• Oversee staff scheduling to ensure optimal coverage aligned with operational needs and service standards. 
• Spearheading R&D, menu changes, and weekly special creation. 
• Monitor team performance and lead performance review conversations to ensure accountability, growth, and alignment with PS standards. 
• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports to Corporate Chef 
• Collaborate cross-departmentally with the operations to identify and support needs and contribute to seamless guest experiences and team communication. 
• Partner with Talent Acquisition team on the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of culinary team members. 
• Managing par sheets and other documents for the kitchen team. 
• Maintaining vendor relationships and maintenance issue related communications. 
• Delegating prep items to all cooks and assisting the prep schedule as needed. 
• Expediting the flow of food out of the kitchen when present. 
• Ordering inventory throughout the week. 
• Collaborating with the team on specials, seasonal items, etc. 
• EOM inventory count management. 
• Line checks and staff meeting daily to align team on tasks, goals and areas of focus 

Requirements

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in a professional kitchen environment preferred, ideally within a fine-dining setting. 
• Degree or diploma from an accredited culinary school or hospitality program, or equivalent experience; minimum education requirement of High school Diploma/GED required.
• A proven track record of exceptional cooking skills combined with strong kitchen leadership and management experience.
• Must possess a deep passion for cooking, with creativity, care, and craftsmanship evident in every dish. 
• Proven success in managing high-volume kitchen operations, with preference given to candidates who have experience in fine dining or concept-driven restaurants.
• Consistently punctual, dependable, and respectful of company policies, setting a strong example for the entire team. 
• Alignment with and embodiment of the core values of PS, serving as an ambassador of company culture and role model within the kitchen.
• Ability to energize, motivate, and lead our kitchen staff effectively to achieve high operational performance and team cohesion.
• Willingness and ability to step in and support the team in the event of staff shortages or unexpected challenges.
• PS is a 24-hour facility and as such we require fully open schedule availability and flexibility for all positions within our operations departments, including weekends, holidays, and early morning/late evening shifts.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening + background check.
• Collection of SSN as part of the background check process will be required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

 Full Time Employee Benefits  

• Employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability 
• 401K retirement plan with company matching 
• Health and Dependent care FSA and HSA with company matching  
• Merit-based raises and bonuses 
• Unlimited PTO
• Monthly health & wellness and cell phone reimbursement.
• Paid training 
• Parental benefits 100% paid up to 6 weeks.
• Friends & Family Discounted PS Use.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• A great career path with promotion opportunities 

Compensation range $90,000 - $110,000/annually (depending on experience).

This is a full-time, Exempt role.  

PS is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis. PS considers for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.