Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $84,765.00 - $105,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Travel opportunities
Job Description
LSG Sky Chefs is a globally recognized leader in airline catering and hospitality services, known for its commitment to culinary excellence and innovation. As one of the largest providers in the industry, LSG Sky Chefs has earned the prestigious accolade of "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for both 2023 and 2024. The company prides itself on delivering outstanding culinary experiences and exceptional service to its airline clients and their passengers across North and Latin America. With a focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, LSG Sky Chefs continuously adapts to evolving market trends and culinary demands, making... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or certification from an accredited culinary school or completion of a recognized culinary apprenticeship or training program
- minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience including authentic regional Chinese cuisine in a high-volume, fine dining, or specialty kitchen
- ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write both English and Chinese
- knowledge of HACCP, FDA, and food hygiene regulations
- ability to work in hot and cold environments
- stand for extended periods
- lift up to 50 lbs
- proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- financial knowledge for managing food cost and waste
- excellent communication and presentation skills
- readiness to travel domestically and internationally
- ability to lead and train culinary teams.
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or certification from an accredited culinary school or completion of a recognized culinary apprenticeship or training program
- minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience including authentic regional Chinese cuisine in high-volume, fine dining, or specialty kitchen
- strong knowledge of regional Chinese culinary techniques, ingredients, and traditional preparation methods
- advanced project management and organizational skills
- strong attention to detail with ability to meet strict production and presentation timelines
- knowledge of HACCP, FDA, and food hygiene regulations
- financial acumen to manage food cost, stock control, and waste reduction
- excellent presentation and communication skills for customer-facing culinary demonstrations
- proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and internal systems such as CBASE
- ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write both English and Chinese.
Job Duties
- Design, implement, and lead authentic Chinese cuisine menu presentations for assigned airline customers
- develop highly detailed recipes, yields, and technical specifications using proprietary software
- drive culinary workflow within the Program Management Team, meeting deadlines, cost targets, and customer expectations
- plan, prepare, and execute customer menu presentations
- conduct ingredient and product research to elevate menu authenticity and operational efficiency
- perform yield studies and cost analyses to maintain financial targets
- create recipes and specifications meeting HACCP, FDA, and internal quality standards
- support rollout of new customer menus and seasonal menu cycles
- train Executive Chefs and culinary teams on menu changes
- travel domestically and internationally to support menu presentations and training
- review, audit, and critique menu execution to ensure continuous improvement
- act as the culinary representative during airline customer interactions
- integrate Lean Manufacturing and Quality initiatives into food production and workflow processes
- prepare and cook authentic Chinese dishes including entrées, sides, sauces, and signature items
- execute recipes with precision and consistency
- plate and package dishes according to airline specifications
- follow all food safety regulations
- coordinate to ensure timely production of meal components
- maintain sanitation, safety, and organization
- monitor inventory, report shortages, and support waste-reduction
- organize, staff, and direct culinary activities
- train, guide, motivate, and develop culinary teams
- plan and oversee project budgets and initiate corrective actions.
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Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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