Head Chef (Korean/Asian Cuisines)

Hawthorne, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $83,495.00 - $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Meals

growth 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 a strong reputation for excellence, the company has been voted "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for both 2023 and 2024. LSG Sky Chefs prides itself on delivering high-quality culinary experiences and exceptional customer service to numerous airlines and passengers across North and Latin America. Their commitment to culinary innovation, operational excellence, and a supportive work environment distinguishes them as a preferred employer for hospitality professionals.

Located in Los Angeles, the role... Show More

Job Requirements

Five years of experience in commercial cooking
Apprenticeship or graduation from accredited culinary school
Knowledge of Korean and other Asian cuisines and cultures
Understanding of food and hygiene regulations such as HACCP
Good communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows applications
Ability to guide and motivate kitchen staff
Willingness to work on-site in Los Angeles

Job Qualifications

Apprenticeship or graduation from accredited culinary school
Five years of experience in commercial cooking
Additional certifications such as diet chef, industrial chef, or design chef preferred
Knowledge of Korean and other Asian cuisines and cultures
Knowledge of food and hygiene regulations including HACCP
Good communication and organizational skills
Service orientation
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications
Certification with American Culinary Federation considered a plus

Job Duties

Support all food production activities in hot and cold kitchen within responsible CSC
Identify deviations in inventories and production and initiate countermeasures as necessary
Support control and adjust production plans, estimate consumption of food and equipment required daily
Ensure compliance with recipe specifications and conduct sense-checks according to Gold Standards
Participate in development of food products and menus as needed
Maintain and update catering manuals within responsible CSC
Support cost controlling of budget, personnel, and material costs
Coordinate and control countermeasures in production related to customer complaints
Develop and support training strategies and plans for kitchen staff
Represent kitchen and kitchen staff before external stakeholders
Research and incorporate industry innovations and emerging food trends in collaboration with Design Chefs
Participate in marketing activities as needed
Ensure quality of goods received and maintain tidiness in food storage following first in - first out principle
Guarantee adherence to hygiene, health and safety standards and HACCP regulations
Organize, staff, and direct the area of responsibility properly
Guide, motivate, and develop subordinate employees within human resources policies
Implement and control cost budget and initiate corrective actions if deviations occur
Participate and support company initiatives such as Global Quality Standard, HACCP, and Lean Manufacturing

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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