LSG Sky Chefs Is Hiring A Japanese Specialty Cuisine Cook

Join Our Team as a Japanese Specialty Cuisine Cook! 🍣✨

Bring authentic Japanese flavors to the skies with a role that combines passion, precision, and excellence in airline catering.

Location & Work Environment

• Job Title: Japanese Specialty Cuisine Cook
• Location: Houston, TX 77032 🇺🇸
• Work Setting: On-Site at our chef's facility near IAH - George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Work Schedule: 5 consecutive days on, 2 days off; flexible with early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Operations: 24/7, year-round ⏰
• Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 💰

About Us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s leading airline catering and hospitality providers. Recognized as "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for 2023 and 2024, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and exceptional service. Our talented team members are the backbone of our success, creating memorable culinary experiences for passengers across North and Latin America. 🌎✈️

Position Overview 🥢

As a Specialty Cuisine Sous Chef specializing in Japanese cuisine, you will craft authentic, scratch-made dishes that showcase regional flavors. Your role requires meticulous attention to detail and a passionate commitment to excellence, ensuring each meal meets airline specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, presentation, and quality. From preparation to plating, you’ll deliver in-flight dining experiences that are truly world-class.

Key Responsibilities 🍱

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook complete authentic Japanese meals, including entrees, side dishes, sauces, and specialty items for assigned airline clients.
• Recipe Execution: Follow authentic recipes with consistency, efficiency, and precision in portioning, seasoning, and presentation.
• Plating & Presentation: Plate dishes according to menu standards, ensuring products are flight-ready, visually appealing, and securely packed.
• Food Safety & Compliance: Adhere to airline, HACCP, and food safety regulations, including handling, labeling, and temperature control.
• Coordination: Work with other kitchen stations to ensure timely production and delivery of complete meal components.
• Cleanliness & Organization: Maintain a clean, organized workspace, equipment, and storage areas at all times.
• Menu & Quality Innovation: Assist with menu presentations, recipe testing, seasonal offerings, and implementation of new airline menus.
• Inventory & Waste Reduction: Monitor inventory levels, report shortages, and support waste reduction initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience 🌟

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in high-volume or specialty kitchens, focusing on authentic Japanese cuisine.
• Language Skills: Basic understanding of Japanese (reading, writing, and conversational) for recipe comprehension and client communication.
• Cooking Techniques: Proficient in authentic Japanese culinary techniques and regional dishes.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality, timing, and adherence to plating guidelines and standards.
• Food Safety: Knowledge of HACCP and sanitation standards.
• Work Schedule: Ability to follow scheduled shifts and production timelines.
• Educational Background: Culinary degree, formal training, internships, or equivalent on-the-job experience preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in hot/refrigerated environments as needed. 🚶‍♂️🍲

Join Us! 🚀

LSG Sky Chefs is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome talented individuals who are passionate about culinary excellence and dedicated to delivering extraordinary in-flight experiences.