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Executive Chef Development- Chinese Cuisine Specialty
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $84,765.00 - $109,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Travel opportunities
training programs
Job Description
LSG Sky Chefs is a leading global airline catering and hospitality company recognized for its outstanding quality and innovative culinary solutions. As one of the world’s largest airline caterers, LSG Sky Chefs serves airlines across North and Latin America, offering exceptional dining experiences for passengers. The company has garnered accolades such as "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for 2023 and 2024, reflecting its commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. LSG Sky Chefs prides itself on leveraging the talents and dedication of its employees who are integral to its success in delivering high-quality food and service.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
- Strong knowledge of regional Chinese culinary techniques, ingredients, and traditional preparation methods
- Advanced project management and organizational skills
- Knowledge of HACCP, FDA, and food hygiene regulations
- Financial acumen to manage food cost, stock control, and waste reduction
- 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 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 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 proprietary software
- 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 to ensure continuous improvement
- Act as the company’s 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
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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