Executive Sous Chef

dnata • Houston, TX

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About The Position

As the Executive Sous Chef for dnata Catering, you will play a vital role in assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing culinary operations while ensuring the delivery of exceptional food experiences to airline passengers. You will lead and manage a dedicated team of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality meals. Your collaboration with the culinary team will be essential in developing innovative and diverse menus that cater to the specific dietary requirements and preferences of airline passengers.

Requirements

• Expert culinary skills with experience in Michelin-starred restaurants or highly reputable institutions.
• Knowledge of global raw materials (foods) and experience in creating balanced new menus.
• Proven ability to create exquisite culinary art, focusing on taste, creativity, and presentation.
• At least five (5) years of experience in high-volume food production and prior airline catering experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with clients and communicate effectively internally and externally.
• Culinary expertise in International Cuisine.
• Experience with process improvements and lean manufacturing principles.
• Computer competency with Microsoft Office.
• Valid food handler's certificate or equivalent.
• Multi-lingual abilities are a plus.
• Communication
• Incident response

Nice To Haves

• Multi-lingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene, adhering strictly to industry regulations.
• Supporting menu planning, recipe development, and culinary techniques to create memorable dining experiences for passengers while optimizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Overseeing inventory management, supplier relationships, and budgeting to ensure smooth operations and profitability.
• Developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures to increase productivity and control labor costs.
• Ensuring compliance with food ready times (FRT) and exact quantities (order numbers).
• Facilitating effective internal communication through shift meetings and group discussions.
• Conducting research on formulas and processing procedures for new food products in collaboration with the R&D Manager.
• Testing food modalities and quality to ensure excellence in offerings.
• Collaborating with the Purchasing Department to ensure all required materials are sourced and available to meet production needs.
• Ensuring the receiving department consistently fulfills requisition orders.
• Standardizing the productive standard portfolio, including methods for preserving food hygiene.
• Working with Operations to follow project timelines and launch new concepts.
• Training, coaching, and providing on-the-job training for staff to enhance their skills and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Ensure threats, knives and breaches are handled in a timely manner and investigated properly to determine root cause and corrective action.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees