Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
healthcare
Competitive 401k match
bonus eligibility
Job Description
LaGuardia Airport, located in Flushing, NY, is one of the busiest airports in the United States, serving millions of travelers annually. It is a major hub for domestic flights and a critical gateway to the New York City metropolitan area. The airport not only focuses on transportation but also offers a wide range of dining and retail experiences to enrich the journey of every passenger. OTG, a leading innovator in airport hospitality, operates numerous in-terminal dining locations across multiple airports including LaGuardia. OTG is known for transforming airport experiences by combining culinary excellence with exceptional customer service. This hospitality company... Show More
Job Requirements
- Degree from an accredited culinary institution preferred
- Minimum of 3 years experience as a sous chef preferred
- Experience working with unionized employees preferred
- Knowledge of FDA and/or major US metropolitan city health code adherence
- Proficiency in food costing, menu planning, inventory management, and procurement
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and inclement weather conditions
Job Qualifications
- Degree from an accredited culinary institution preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a sous chef preferred
- Multi-unit, multi-concept experience a plus
- Experience working with unionized employees preferred
- Knowledge of FDA and/or major US metropolitan city health code adherence
- Proficiency in food costing, menu planning, inventory management, and procurement
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and kitchen management software
- Must be able to work varied hours/days, nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather conditions
Job Duties
- Provide culinary, service, and operational support to site-level culinary and service teams
- Ensure training material and processes enable the delivery of exceptional cuisine
- Monitor food quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen
- Train and mentor kitchen staff in cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations
- Address quality and/or service gaps to develop continuous improvement across the organization
- Make changes based on guest feedback to enhance the OTG dining experience
- Ensure menus and products are in line with food cost projections, operational feasibility, quality standards, and guest satisfaction
- Cultivate and foster effective partnerships with leadership to execute strategic culinary plans
- Liaise with supply chain management to identify key potential supplier relationships
- Uphold and promote the OTG core values and code of conduct
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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