Sous Chef
LSG Sky Chefs · Wilsonville, OR
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Sous Chef
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About the job
SkyChefs, since 1942, delivers airline meals and services worldwide. Join us as a Sous Chef focusing on large-scale food production, quality, and leadership at our Portland site. Grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment with comprehensive benefits from day one.
Requirements
- Experience in commercial cooking
- Knowledge of HACCP standards
- Leadership skills
- Organizational skills
- Knowledge of food safety
Qualifications
- Culinary school certification
- 3-5 years cooking experience
- Strong communication skills
- Service-oriented mindset
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Full job description
Job Title: Sous Chef
Job Location: Portland-USA-97218
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $66,000.00 - 78,000.00
About us
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef is a hands-on culinary leader responsible for driving excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. This role leads and develops kitchen teams producing thousands of premium airline meals daily, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, food safety, and operational efficiency. Combining strong culinary expertise with proven large-scale production experience, the Sous Chef sets the standard in the kitchen, coaches and inspires team members, and ensures seamless execution from preparation through service. Ideal for a confident, results-driven professional, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by delivering outstanding culinary experiences at scale while maintaining the highest standards of excellence every day.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting Day 1
• Employer‑paid life insurance and AD&D benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free meals and parking
• Career growth opportunities with a global organization
How You'll Make a Difference
- Lead and support the kitchen team every day,coaching, teaching, and helping everyone stay confident and on track
- Assumes responsibilities of Executive Chef when he/she not available ie. Vacation, off-days, menu presentation to customers, etc.
- Executes and supervises food production activities, e.g. proper cleaning, cutting, marinating, seasoning, cooking of food items etc.
- Jump in alongside the team to prepare, cook, and plate meals, making sure everything looks and tastes great
- Keep quality and food safety front and center, making sure everything is done the right way, every time
- Make sure portions are consistent and every plate meets the standard guests expect
- Keep an eye on timing, flow, and details so the kitchen runs smoothly, even during busy shifts
- Track what’s being used, help manage inventory, and check deliveries to ensure everything meets expectations
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen that the whole team can take pride in
- Contribute ideas to menus and help bring new dishes to life
- Support scheduling and provide feedback that helps team members grow and succeed
- Help control costs by reducing waste and using resources wisely without cutting corners
What You Bring to the Table
- 3-5 years of experience in commercial cooking, with high volume experience a plus
- Completion of Apprenticeship or Certification course from culinary school
- Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team in a fast‑paced setting.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP, food hygiene, inventory control).
- Strong communication, organizational, and time‑management abilities.
- Understanding of cost control and kitchen operations
SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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