Executive Chef – Airline Catering & Culinary Innovation

Dnata Catering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

dnata Catering is seeking an Executive Chef in Houston to lead the culinary team and oversee meal preparation for airline passengers. You will develop innovative menus, ensure top-quality, safe food, and optimize kitchen efficiency.

Collaboration with the culinary team and suppliers is essential for on-time production and cost control. You will supervise chefs and kitchen staff, drive continuous menu innovation, and maintain hospitality-grade service while upholding regulatory food safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Associate degree or 10+ years of culinary leadership experience.
• Experience leading a kitchen in high-end establishments or airline catering is required.
• Expert culinary skills and ability to manage cost, quality, and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff.
• Develop menus, recipes, and culinary concepts for airline passengers.
• Maintain food safety, quality, and hygiene standards.
• Control labor costs and production to meet exact order numbers.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to source materials and manage inventory.

Skills

Executive Chef

Leadership

Menu planning

Culinary techniques

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

10+ years kitchen leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

dnata Catering is seeking an Executive Chef in Houston to lead the culinary team and oversee meal preparation for airline passengers. You will develop innovative menus, ensure top-quality, safe food, and optimize kitchen efficiency.

Collaboration with the culinary team and suppliers is essential for on-time production and cost control. You will supervise chefs and kitchen staff, drive continuous menu innovation, and maintain hospitality-grade service while upholding regulatory food safety