Sous Chef, Operations

Glendale, CA, USA|Onsite, Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401k

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts

Free Meals

Job Description

gategroup is a global leader in airline catering and travel related services, dedicated to enhancing customer journeys through high-quality food and exceptional service. As a company, gategroup operates extensively within the airline catering sector, providing innovative culinary solutions that meet the unique needs of airline customers worldwide. Known for its commitment to excellence, integrity, passion, and accountability, gategroup fosters a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute to the mission of making every travel experience memorable. The company supports workforce diversity and maintains an inclusive workplace that values respect, communication, and teamwork.

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Job Requirements

Associate degree or culinary arts certification preferred
1-3 years experience as a chef or sous chef
7 years experience as a cook
Supervisory experience preferred
Ability to work fast paced environment
Strong leadership and training ability
Excellent time management and communication skills
ServSafe certification preferred
Ability to lift over 25 pounds
Ability to stand and move for long shifts
Ability to comply with union agreements
Must complete company required trainings
Ability to work full time
Willingness to travel up to 25 percent
Ability to oversee up to 40 employees

Job Qualifications

Associates degree in culinary arts or culinary arts certification preferred
Minimum 1-3 years experience as a chef or sous chef required
Minimum 7 years experience as a cook required
Previous supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering preferred
In-flight catering or high-volume food service experience preferred
Ability to cook meals according to detailed specifications
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Strong and effective leadership skills
Experience with labor relations is a plus
Ability to train others
Ability to give daily feedback to employees
Excellent time management skills
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Innovative with ability to improve work environment and performance
Experience with menu design is a plus
Basic computer skills required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred
ServSafe certification preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Job Duties

Ensure food specifications and labor objectives meet company and customer requirements
Supervise department for quality and quantity, ensure items are produced and dated according to specification and coding systems including FDA, USDA, and HAACP compliance
Manage attendance records, prepare paperwork, set up shifts, and assign employees to sections for schedule optimization
Order raw materials from storeroom and produce extra meals as needed
Prepare daily production sheets and assign tasks based on passenger counts
Oversee food items post-requisition, provide training and recurrent training on preparation procedures
Maintain safety procedures and cleanliness to ensure quality products
Manage daily production of hot and cold kitchens for quality and consistency
Ensure compliance with company wage and hour policies including employee breaks and processes
Train and monitor employees for productivity and cost control
Monitor daily manpower planning and scheduling
Drive employee retention and reduce turnover
Coach, counsel, and prepare corrective actions in compliance with union agreements
Review employee cost centers, job titles, and pay based on wage scales and seniority
Complete all required company trainings including ServSafe
Comply with company policies, procedures, and processes

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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