Sous Chef

Gategroup is a leading global provider of airline catering and other onboard services, committed to enhancing the travel experience for millions of passengers worldwide. With a robust presence across numerous countries, gategroup delivers high-quality food and beverage services tailored specifically for airline customers. Known for its innovation and commitment to excellence, the company operates in a fast-paced environment requiring skilled culinary professionals dedicated to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, upholding its core values of Excellence, Passion, Responsibility, and Respect, which guide every aspect of its operations.

The role of Sous Chef, Operations, at gategroup is a critical leadership position within the culinary operations team. Reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef, the Sous Chef supports meal design and preparation specifically for airline customers, ensuring all culinary processes meet rigorous company standards as well as food safety and sanitation regulations. This full-time position offers a salary range between $65,000 and $70,000 per year, with an employment type designed for individuals ready to thrive in a dynamic and demanding work environment.

As a Sous Chef, Operations, you will provide culinary expertise and leadership, promoting quality food services and managing the production team to consistently meet customer expectations. The role demands hands-on operational oversight, including supervising department functions, ensuring compliance with FDA, USDA, and HACCP regulations, and maintaining optimal scheduling to meet labor objectives without compromising food quality or safety. You will be responsible for preparing daily production sheets, managing inventory from the storeroom, coordinating with food supervisors, and training employees to adhere to strict food preparation standards.

Additionally, the role requires strong leadership capabilities to coach, counsel, and motivate a team of up to 40 employees including head cooks, specialty cooks, and assistant cooks. You must be able to manage manpower planning effectively, promote employee retention, and handle labor relations within the scope of applicable union agreements. The position also involves ensuring employees are correctly assigned within cost centers and paid according to wage scales and seniority.

The Sous Chef, Operations will often work long shifts of 10+ hours in a physically demanding environment, including lifting heavy equipment and products, managing noise and temperature conditions, and maintaining high safety standards. Travel may be required up to 25%, reflecting the need to support various units and locations. This opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals passionate about leading teams in high-volume food production environments, especially those with experience or interest in airline catering.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, 401k with company match, company-sponsored life insurance, medical, dental and vision plans, voluntary disability and life insurance options, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and complimentary healthy meals during shifts. Gategroup prioritizes employee growth, a culture of safety, and operational excellence, providing a rewarding career path for those eager to contribute to making travel memorable through exceptional culinary services.