Sous Chef

gategroup is a globally recognized leader in providing airline catering and hospitality services. Specializing in preparing and delivering quality meals tailored specifically for airline passengers, gategroup operates across numerous airports worldwide. The company prides itself on its commitment to culinary excellence, food safety, and customer satisfaction. With a robust team and a culture emphasizing respect, integrity, and teamwork, gategroup supports an inclusive environment where innovation and accountability are key values. This company offers various benefits and career growth opportunities, making it a sought-after employer within the airline catering industry, including a full-time role with an annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $70,000.

The role of Sous Chef, Operations, is critical within gategroup's dynamic environment. Reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef, the Sous Chef, Operations plays a pivotal role in managing the culinary preparation and design of meals intended for airline customers. This position demands strong culinary expertise combined with leadership capabilities to oversee food production quality, safety, and sanitation standards. The individual is responsible for guiding culinary teams, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining high standards in volume meal production under tight deadlines. The Sous Chef, Operations will also manage labor objectives, supervise food quality and quantity, and ensure adherence to regulations such as FDA, USDA, and HACCP.

This position involves active collaboration with Food Supervisors, training and mentoring kitchen staff, and optimizing production schedules and manpower. The candidate will be expected to handle operational challenges effectively to deliver consistent and high-quality meals that meet customer expectations. Additional responsibilities include employee coaching, maintaining union compliance, handling payroll accuracy, and managing shift logistics. gategroup values leadership that drives positive change and innovation within the culinary unit, further enhancing operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.

Beyond operational duties, this role requires adapting to a physically demanding work environment with shifts often exceeding 10 hours, including standing, bending, and lifting heavy materials. The Sous Chef, Operations must be capable of balancing multiple tasks, demonstrating excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. This role also offers the opportunity for travel (up to 25%), reflecting gategroup’s extensive reach and continuous development.

Candidates interested in this role will benefit from comprehensive company-sponsored benefits including paid time off, 401(k) plans with company match, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance options, commuter benefits, employee discounts, healthy free meals on shift, and employee assistance programs. gategroup is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and empowering work culture where every team member contributes to elevating customer travel experiences through quality food and service.