Chef

OTG Management; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OTG Management is seeking an experienced Chef at EWR Airport to oversee kitchen operations and ensure health and safety standards are met. You will lead, train, and mentor culinary teams, collaborating with partner chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences for travelers.

The role requires 5+ years as a Chef, a culinary degree, and strong food-cost management. You’ll work varied hours, including nights and weekends, in Newark’s fast-paced airport environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in culinary arts or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of Chef experience required.
• Experience with multi-unit concepts and union environments a plus.
• Knowledge of FDA and health code adherence required.
• Strong cost control, menu planning, inventory and procurement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and kitchen management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide culinary, service, and operational support to site-level teams.
• Ensure training materials and processes enable exceptional cuisine.
• Monitor food quality and safety, maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff in cooking techniques and operations.
• Address gaps to improve quality and service; act on guest feedback.
• Align menus with food costs, feasibility, quality, and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with leadership to execute strategic culinary plans.
• Liaise with supply chain to identify supplier relationships.
• Uphold OTG core values and code of conduct.

Skills

5+ years exp

Leadership

Communication

Food cost mgmt

Menu planning

Inventory mgmt

Procurement

FDA knowledge

Union experience

MS Office

Kitchen software

Education

Degree from accredited culinary institution

Tools

MS Office

Kitchen management software

Job description

Who We AreOn the Go has elevated the dining and retail experience for travelers by bringing together world class hospitality, award winning dining concepts, and forward-thinking technology. With more than 300 unique dining and retail locations across North America’s busiest airports, we’re fueled by a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences—made possible every day by our incredible Crewmembers. On the Go, people truly come first. We invest in our teams, and foster growth in an exciting, fast-paced environment where everyone can shine.

Job Title: Chef
Location: EWR Airport
Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 + Bonus
Reports to: Airport Chef
Who We AreOn the Go has elevated the dining and retail experience for travelers by bringing together world class hospitality, award winning dining concepts, and forward-thinking technology. With more than 300 unique dining and retail locations across North America’s busiest airports, we’re fueled by a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences—made possible every day by our incredible Crewmembers. On the Go, people truly come first. We invest in our teams, and foster growth in an exciting, fast-paced environment where everyone can shine.

How We Do BusinessHow we work is just as meaningful as what we accomplish. Our Values—Care, Continuous Improvement, Quality, and Teamwork—guide the way we show up for our guests and for each other. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and uplifting workplace where people feel respected, empowered, and encouraged to bring their full selves to work.

Why This Job Is a Big Deal!The OTG Chef is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring that food preparation meets health and safety standards. The Chef will lead, train and mentor culinary teams which include Sous Chefs and Cooks. Key collaboration with our ever-growing set of world-class Chef partners gives the Chef an opportunity to work with the best in the business in each local marketplace. Your culinary knowledge and leadership abilities will contribute to a positive dining experience for our guests.

In This Role, You Will:

• Provide culinary, service, and operational support to site-level culinary and service teams.
• Ensure training material and processes enable the delivery of exceptional cuisine.
• Monitor food quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff in cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Address quality and/or service gaps to develop continuous improvement across the organization. Make changes based on guest feedback to enhance the OTG dining experience.
• Ensure menus and products are in line with food cost projections, operational feasibility, quality standards, and guest satisfaction.
• Cultivate and foster effective partnerships with leadership to execute strategic culinary plans
• Liaise with supply chain management to identify key potential supplier relationships
• Uphold and promote the OTG core values and code of conduct.

Qualifications/Criteria:

• Degree from an accredited culinary institution preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Chef preferred.
• Multi-Unit, multi-concept, experience a plus.
• Experience working with unionized employees preferred.Knowledge of FDA and/or major US metropolitan city health code adherence.
• Proficiency in food costing, menu planning, inventory management, and procurement.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and kitchen management software.
• Must be able to work varied hours/days, nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity EmployerWe’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.