Cook

Tier1usa; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with company participation

Life and Accidental Death and Dismembe

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Free meals, parking, and uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

LSG Sky Chefs, a global leader in airline catering, is hiring a Hot Food Cook in Minneapolis. You will prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced production environment, following recipes and HACCP standards to ensure safety and quality.

The role requires 1–3 years cooking experience, a culinary arts background preferred, and ability to work day or evening shifts. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, life and disability insurance, and free meals.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience as a cook in a fast-paced environment.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, FIFO practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook assigned production quantities according to customer specifications using the CBASE system.
• Follow recipes and menus to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards.
• Work closely with Executive and Sous Chefs to support culinary execution and product quality.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, including proper handling and storage of ingredients.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Pressure tolerance

Knife skills

Sautéing

Plating

Multitasking

Cooking techniques

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Tools

CBASE systems

Job description

LSG Sky Chefs is the global leader in airline catering and the management of all in flight service related processes. The LSG Group is the world’s largest provider of in flight services, including catering, onboard retail, equipment, logistics, consulting, and lounge services. With a focus on culinary excellence and operational expertise, LSG Sky Chefs delivers nearly 600 million meals annually to more than 300 airlines across 209 airports in 50 countries.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: 24.00 per hour

Position Summary

The Hot Food Cook is responsible for preparing high quality meals in a fast paced production environment while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. This role works closely with culinary leadership to execute recipes to specification, ensure product quality, and support overall kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation and Production

• Prepare and cook assigned production quantities according to customer specifications using the CBASE system
• Follow recipes and menus to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards
• Work closely with Executive and Sous Chefs to support culinary execution and product quality

Food Safety and Quality

• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, including proper handling and storage of ingredients
• Complete required HACCP logs including temperature tracking for CCP 3, CCP 4, and thawing processes
• Ensure all work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards
• Proactively identify and communicate any food safety or workplace hazards

Operational Support

• Assist team members and leadership in delivering high quality service and meeting production goals
• Support material usage, thawing processes, and overall kitchen efficiency
• Maintain a clean and safe workstation at all times

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on feet for up to 8 hours
• Ability to work in a chilled environment
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Wear company issued uniform and safety shoes at all times

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience as a cook or in a similar fast paced culinary environment
• Culinary Arts degree preferred or equivalent hands on experience
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, including sautéing and knife skills
• Ability to follow recipes and customer specifications with accuracy
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, and FIFO practices
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross functionally
• Willingness to learn new cuisines, including Asian cuisine
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and utilize CBASE systems and reporting

Schedule Requirements

• Day and evening shift availability required
• Weekend availability required
• 8 to 10 hour shifts
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with company participation
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Free meals, parking, and uniforms
• Advancement opportunities and internal internships

Work Location

3100 E 73rd St

Minneapolis, MN 55450

Equal Opportunity Employer

LSG Sky Chefs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.