Executive Chef, Airline Catering & Operations

Gate Gourmet; San Diego (CA); In loco; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Gate Gourmet in San Diego seeks an Executive Chef for Japanese cuisine to lead daily culinary operations across multiple airline accounts. You will manage chefs, sous chefs, and cooks, ensuring consistent quality, on-time service, and strict safety compliance.

The role requires extensive culinary experience, strong leadership, and a track record in high-volume production. Travel may be involved to coordinate with airline partners and ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Competenze

• Education: Associate or Bachelor degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience as a Chef and 4+ years as an Executive Chef.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume food service environment.
• In-flight catering or high-volume airline catering experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Leads culinary operations and ensures strategic alignment with customer requirements.
• Manages kitchen staff, schedules, and productivity to meet quality and budget targets.
• Ensures HACCP, FDA and safety regulations are followed and enforced.
• Reviews production records and cost data to improve efficiency and menu outcomes.
• Trains cooks and senior staff, monitors equipment, and maintains food safety standards.

Conoscenze

Executive leadership

Culinary expertise

Staff supervision

Quality control

Formazione

Associate/Bachelor in Culinary Arts

Descrizione del lavoro

Gate Gourmet in San Diego seeks an Executive Chef for Japanese cuisine to lead daily culinary operations across multiple airline accounts. You will manage chefs, sous chefs, and cooks, ensuring consistent quality, on-time service, and strict safety compliance.

The role requires extensive culinary experience, strong leadership, and a track record in high-volume production. Travel may be involved to coordinate with airline partners and ensure exceptional dining experiences.