Sous Chef (Korean Cusine) at LSG Sky Chefs summary:
The Sous Chef (Korean Cuisine) at LSG Sky Chefs is responsible for leading culinary operations by overseeing the preparation of authentic Korean airline meals while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. This role includes managing kitchen staff, innovating new menu items, and maintaining budget controls to optimize resources. The position requires a strong background in commercial cooking, particularly in Korean cuisine, and involves mentoring team members to achieve culinary excellence.
Job Title: Sous Chef (Korean Cusine)
Job Location: Los Angeles-USA-90045
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $61,137.26 - 76,421.58
About us
Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, LSG Sky Chefs delivers excellence in every bite and every moment. Our team of passionate professionals is at the heart of our success, and we’re looking for a dynamic Korean Food Production Leader to join us in redefining in-flight dining experiences.
Position Summary
As the Korean Food Production Leader, you’ll be at the forefront of our culinary operations, ensuring every dish captures the authentic flavors of Korea while maintaining the highest standards in quality and safety.The job incumbent is responsible for the preparation of high quality airline meals in accordance with company standards, menu specifications and production schedules. He/she is also responsible for overseeing kitchen helpers in the preparation of meals, while meeting required safety, hygiene and quality standards.
How You’ll Elevate Our Team
Food Production
- Oversee and execute Korean 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.
- Maintain budgetary controls by minimizing waste and optimizing resources.
- Respond to customer feedback and implement improvements to exceed expectations.
- Assumes responsibilities of Executive Chef when he/she not available ie. Vacation, off-days, menu presentation to customers, etc.
- Supervise, coordinate and control kitchen helpers in food storage (e.g. maintaining tidiness, following the first in - first out principle)
- Monitors material consumption and orders required food and equipment on a daily basis to satisfy the daily production plan
- Participates in the development of food products and menus as needed for menu presentations
- Must be aware of content in catering manuals; conducts updates when necessary
- Executes countermeasures in the production in case of customer complaints
Quality
- Lead quality control efforts, ensuring compliance with HACCP and hygiene regulations.
- 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
- Mentor and train team members to achieve culinary excellence.
- Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
- 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, with expertise in Korean cuisine. Culinary school certification or apprenticeship preferred.
- Language Skills: Fluency in Korean and English is required.
- 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.
Keywords:
Sous Chef, Korean Cuisine, airline meals, culinary operations, food production, HACCP, menu development, catering, team leadership, quality control