Global Airport Kitchen Leader & Innovator

iGA Istanbul Airport; Fatih; On-site; TRY 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance coverage

Foreign Language Allowance based on你的/

Attendance bonus eligibility

Wide staff cafeteria meals

Employee benefits across İGA stores

Discounts with leading brands

Shuttle transportation network

Surprise gifts through raffles

Job summary

İGA Istanbul Airport is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the diverse culinary team at the world’s meeting point. You will manage shifts, support the Executive Chef, and contribute creative input while upholding hygiene, safety, and cost controls in a fast-paced airport kitchen.

The role requires leadership, strong English, MS Office proficiency, and the ability to work flexible shifts. Benefit programs and staff dining options are provided at Istanbul Airport.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Good command of English.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible/rotating shift hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen shift operations and ensure compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support the Executive Chef in kitchen operations and food preparation processes.
• Develop, design, and implement new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, contributing creative and artistic input when needed.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of cooks and other staff involved in food preparation.
• Use strong communication and interpersonal skills to guide, influence, and motivate team members; demonstrate integrity and a commitment to ethical values, and lead the team by example.
• Foster and strengthen mutual trust, respect, and collaboration among team members.
• Maintain high hygiene standards, cleanliness, and attention to detail.
• Ensure adherence to recipes when preparing products.
• Oversee the kitchen, preparation areas, and storage areas to ensure smooth and orderly operations.
• Be responsible for cost control, portioning, inventory management, and quality control.
• Provide menu training to new kitchen staff as needed, guide employees toward their goals, and ensure the motivation of all staff.
• Ensure that all operations (kitchen, preparation, and storage) comply with hygiene, occupational, and food safety standards and procedures.
• Maintain a guest-focused, efficient, and organized approach to work, and adapt well to a fast-paced environment.
• Have solid knowledge of food safety practices.
• Create and monitor staff scheduling and shift plans.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Time management

English

MS Office

Flexibility

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

İGA Istanbul Airport is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the diverse culinary team at the world’s meeting point. You will manage shifts, support the Executive Chef, and contribute creative input while upholding hygiene, safety, and cost controls in a fast-paced airport kitchen.

The role requires leadership, strong English, MS Office proficiency, and the ability to work flexible shifts. Benefit programs and staff dining options are provided at Istanbul Airport.