Executive Sous Chef

Dnata US; Mohamed Bin Zayed City; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in air services is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support culinary operations at a major airport. This role involves leading a team of chefs to create exceptional dining experiences for airline passengers, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You will collaborate on innovative menu designs, manage inventory and supplier relationships, and implement procedures to enhance productivity. Join a diverse team that values creativity and excellence, and make a significant impact on the culinary experience for travelers worldwide.

Benefits

Medical

401K

Holiday

Part-Time options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-volume food production and airline catering experience.
• Expert culinary skills with experience in Michelin-starred institutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene.
• Support menu planning and recipe development for airline dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Menu Creation

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

International Cuisine Expertise

Process Improvements

Multilingual Abilities

Education

Valid Food Handler's Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Executive Sous Chef to join our Boston team supporting Logan Airport.

Position Summary

As the Executive Sous Chef for dnata Catering, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing culinary operations and ensuring the delivery of exceptional food experiences to airline passengers. You will lead and manage a team of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals. Collaboration with the culinary team will be essential in developing innovative menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements and passenger preferences.

About dnata

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers, established in 1959, operating in 127 airports worldwide. We offer ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services across 35 countries, serving over 300 airline customers daily.

Application Deadline: 6/7/2025

Benefits

• Medical
• 401K
• Holiday
• Part-Time options

You Will

• Maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene, complying with industry regulations.
• Support menu planning, recipe development, and culinary techniques to create memorable airline dining experiences.
• Oversee inventory, supplier relationships, and budgeting to ensure smooth operations and profitability.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures to enhance productivity and control costs.
• Ensure compliance with food ready times and order quantities.
• Facilitate effective communication through shift meetings and discussions.
• Research new food formulas and processing procedures in collaboration with R&D.
• Test food modalities and quality to ensure excellence.
• Work with Purchasing to source and ensure availability of materials.
• Ensure requisition orders are fulfilled by receiving.
• Standardize food hygiene practices.
• Assist in project timelines and launching new concepts with Operations.
• Train and coach staff to improve skills and efficiency.

Non-Essential Functions

• Other duties as assigned by management.

This salary range is influenced by experience, qualifications, and other factors as part of the overall compensation package.

You Have

• Expert culinary skills with experience in Michelin-starred or reputable institutions.
• Knowledge of global ingredients and menu creation.
• Proven ability to craft exquisite culinary art focusing on taste, presentation, and creativity.
• At least five (5) years of high-volume food production and airline catering experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• International cuisine expertise.
• Experience with process improvements and lean principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid food handler's certificate or equivalent.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus.

Additional Considerations

Ensure threats, knives, and breaches are handled promptly and investigated for root causes and corrective actions.

Perform multi-tasking under time constraints, with attention to detail and accuracy. Maintain punctuality and follow instructions diligently.

Physical and Work Environment

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and lift up to 30 pounds. Work indoors with noise levels ranging from minimal to loud. Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.

dnata’s Competencies

Focus on delivering results, driving tasks, being open to opportunities, business thinking, collaboration, engaging others, providing direction, and developing talent.

Core Values

Live our values of Safety and Security, Performance, Service Excellence, Customer Delight, Imagination, and Respect through safety-first actions, high-quality delivery, ownership, learning from failure, and respect for diversity.

Diversity Matters

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace as diverse as our customers, with mentoring, volunteer, and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone and support diversity through employee resource groups.