Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $69,579.00 - $86,973.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
LSG Sky Chefs is recognized as one of the world’s leading airline catering and hospitality providers, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service delivery. With a presence across North and Latin America, the company has earned top industry accolades such as being awarded “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for both 2023 and 2024. This status underscores LSG Sky Chefs’ dedication to operational excellence and its role as a pioneer within the airline catering sector. The company nurtures a dynamic and inclusive environment where talented employees collaborate to deliver extraordinary culinary experiences to a global... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of five to seven years of experience in commercial or industrial food production
- at least two years in a management or supervisory role
- formal culinary apprenticeship or culinary school certification preferred
- knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations including HACCP
- strong financial and budgeting skills
- excellent leadership and communication abilities
- ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-volume environment
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of five to seven years of experience in commercial or industrial food production with at least two years in management or supervisory role
- culinary apprenticeship or formal culinary school certification preferred
- additional certifications such as Dietary Chef or Industrial Chef or equivalent professional experience strongly preferred
- in-depth knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations such as HACCP
- strong financial acumen including cost control, budgeting, and operational profitability
- demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
Job Duties
- Oversee and manage all food production activities within the assigned CSC
- monitor inventory levels, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions as necessary
- develop, control, and adjust production plans including forecasting food, labor, and equipment requirements
- ensure strict adherence to approved recipes and conduct regular quality and consistency checks
- participate in the development, testing, and roll-out of new food products and menu offerings
- maintain thorough knowledge of catering manuals and ensure timely updates and distribution within the CSC
- manage and control food, labor, and material costs in accordance with the approved budget
- contribute to internal and external menu presentations as required
- coordinate and lead corrective actions related to production issues or customer complaints
- review service schedules, assess operational profitability, and ensure alignment with financial targets
- define and implement training strategies and development plans for kitchen staff
- represent the kitchen and culinary team in interactions with customers, vendors, auditors, and other external stakeholders
- stay current on industry trends, culinary innovation, and food research and development
- ensure appropriate production technologies, equipment, and tools are in place and effectively utilized
- participate in marketing, promotional, and customer-facing initiatives when required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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