Production Sous Chef - Airline Catering

LSG Sky Chefs is recognized as one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, renowned for its exceptional reputation in delivering innovative and high-quality services to airlines across North and Latin America. With a relentless focus on excellence, LSG Sky Chefs has been honored as "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for consecutive years 2023 and 2024, showcasing its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The company operates within the airline catering industry, providing comprehensive food production and hospitality services that cater specifically to the unique needs of airline customers. Driven by a talented workforce, LSG Sky Chefs continually pushes the boundaries of culinary creativity and operational efficiency to enhance the travel experience of millions of passengers.

The role of Production Sous Chef within LSG Sky Chefs Philadelphia location is a pivotal leadership position that demands a culinary professional who excels in preparing high-quality airline meals that adhere strictly to company standards, menu specifications, and production schedules. This full-time, on-site position offers a competitive salary range of $59,796.82 to $72,000 annually, reflecting the importance and responsibility held within the culinary operations team. The Production Sous Chef is entrusted with supervising kitchen helpers and ensuring that food preparation processes maintain the highest safety, hygiene, and quality standards. Beyond meal preparation, this role includes oversight of food storage practices, inventory management, and participation in menu development and quality control.

In this dynamic position, the Production Sous Chef will often assume the responsibilities of the Executive Chef during absences, including vacation and off-days, as well as participate actively in customer menu presentations. The role requires detailed knowledge and application of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations, strict adherence to hygiene and health standards, and the implementation of continuous improvements through training and quality control measures. This individual will lead and motivate the culinary team, fostering an environment that supports the company’s values, encourages operational excellence, and drives cost-effective food production within budget constraints.

The successful candidate will leverage their culinary expertise, leadership abilities, and strong organizational skills to manage food production effectively, supervise staff, and maintain compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer systems is important, enabling seamless tracking of inventory, consumption, and production scheduling. This role contributes directly to the satisfaction of airline clients and passengers by delivering meals that exceed expectations in taste, presentation, and safety. As part of a globally recognized leader in airline catering, the Production Sous Chef will experience opportunities for professional growth and participation in company initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing and Global Quality Standards (GQS), strengthening their career in the culinary and hospitality industry.