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
Professional Development
Travel opportunities
Job Description
LSG Sky Chefs is a global leader in airline catering and hospitality services, recognized as one of the largest providers in the industry. With an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional culinary experiences, the company serves numerous airline partners across North and Latin America. LSG Sky Chefs has been honored as the "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for both 2023 and 2024, a testament to its commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The company emphasizes the dedication and expertise of its talented workforce, which drives its continuous success and leadership in the airline catering sector. By combining... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or certification from an accredited culinary school or completion of a recognized culinary apprenticeship/training program
- Minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience, including authentic regional Chinese cuisine in a high-volume, fine dining, or specialty kitchen
- Knowledge of HACCP, FDA, and food hygiene regulations
- Ability to work in hot and cold environments, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs
- Must have the ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write both English and Chinese
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or certification from an accredited culinary school or completion of a recognized culinary apprenticeship/training program
- Minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience, including authentic regional Chinese cuisine in a 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 the 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 the ability to learn internal systems such as CBASE
- Ability to work in hot and cold environments, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs
- Must have the ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write both English and Chinese to support menu accuracy, ingredient sourcing, and communication with global partners
Job Duties
- Design, implement, and lead authentic Chinese cuisine menu presentations for assigned airline customers
- Develop highly detailed recipes, yields, and technical specifications using the companys proprietary Windows-based applications
- Drive culinary workflow within the Program Management Team, meeting deadlines, cost targets, and customer expectations
- Plan, prepare, and execute customer menu presentations
- document specification updates and validate yields
- Conduct ingredient and product research to elevate menu authenticity, variety, and operational efficiency
- Perform yield studies and cost analyses to ensure accuracy and maintain financial targets
- Create recipes and specifications that fully meet HACCP, FDA, and internal quality standards
- Support the rollout of new customer menus and seasonal menu cycles
- Train Executive Chefs and CSC culinary teams on upcoming menu changes
- Travel domestically and internationally to support menu presentations, start-ups, and team training
- Review, audit, and critique menu execution via photo review or in-house inspections to ensure continuous improvement
- Act as the companys culinary representative during airline customer interactions
- Integrate Lean Manufacturing and Quality initiatives into food production, packaging, and workflow processes
- Prepare and cook authentic Chinese dishes across regional specialties, including entrées, sides, sauces, and signature items
- Execute recipes with precision, consistency, and efficiency, ensuring adherence to portioning, seasoning, and presentation standards
- Plate and package dishes according to airline specifications, ensuring visual quality and flight-ready stability
- Follow all airline, HACCP, FDA, and internal food safety regulations, including temperature control, labeling, and handling
- Coordinate cross-functionally to ensure timely production of complete meal components
- Maintain organization, sanitation, and safety of workstations, equipment, and storage areas
- Monitor inventory, report shortages, and support waste-reduction and cost-control initiatives
- Organize, staff, and direct culinary activities within the area of responsibility
- Train, guide, motivate, and develop culinary teams to achieve excellence
- Plan, execute, and oversee project budgets, initiating corrective actions where needed
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Experience
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