Job Description

Job Title: Sous Chef 

Job Location: San Jose-USA-95110 

Work Location Type: On-Site 

Salary Range: $69,111.69 - 86,389.61

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Position Summary

  Our team of passionate professionals is at the heart of our success, and we’re looking for a dynamic Sous Chef   to join us in redefining in-flight dining experiences. As the Sous Chef , you’ll be at the forefront of our culinary operations, ensuring all meals meet our high standards and recipe specifications.

How You’ll Elevate Our Team

Food Production

• Oversee and execute food production, including preparation, seasoning, marinating, and cooking.
• Monitor inventory, order ingredients, and ensure daily production goals are met.
• Innovate by contributing to the development of new Korean menu items for client presentations.
• Lead quality control efforts, ensuring compliance with HACCP and hygiene regulations.
• Mentor and train team members to achieve culinary excellence.
• Maintain budgetary controls by minimizing waste and optimizing resources.
• Respond to customer feedback and implement improvements to exceed expectations.

Quality

• Maintains and monitors hygiene, health and safety standards and monitors that Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations are adhered to
• Conducts quality checks of goods received
• Monitors and ensures compliance with recipe specifications

Leadership

• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
• Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standard (GQS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing 
  
  

Your Recipe for Success

• Experience : 3-5 years in commercial cooking. Culinary school certification or apprenticeship preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge : Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Leadership : Proven ability to guide and motivate a team.
• Organizational Skills : Adept at managing productivity, stock, and quality in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech-Savvy : Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications.

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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