LSG Sky Chefs

Job Title: Sous Chef Job Location: Des Plaines-USA-60016 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $57,774.71 - 72,218.39 About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America. Role Purpose Statement The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and consistency. This role is responsible for leading culinary teams, managing production schedules, and executing innovative menus that meet airline and catering requirements. The Sous Chef ensures operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, contributing to an exceptional culinary experience for our airline customers. Compensation & Benefits Competitive Base Salary + Annual Incentive Plan Medical, Dental, Vision - starts Day 1 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays Tuition Reimbursement - support for professional development Free Parking & Daily Meals Main Accountabilities Food Production Executes and supervises food production activities, e.g. proper cleaning, cutting, marinating, seasoning, cooking of food items etc. Assumes responsibilities of Executive Chef when he/she not available ie. Vacation, off-days, menu presentation to customers, etc. Supervise, coordinate and control kitchen helpers in food storage (e.g. maintaining tidiness, following the first in - first out principle) Conducts, coordinates and supervises inventories Monitors material consumption and orders required food and equipment on a daily basis to satisfy the daily production plan Participates in the development of food products and menus as needed for menu presentations Must be aware of content in catering manuals; conducts updates when necessary Executes countermeasures in the production in case of customer complaints Supports training of kitchen helpers Quality Maintains and monitors hygiene, health and safety standards and monitors that Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations are adhered to Maintains and monitors quality, conducts quality control checks according to HACCP regulations Conducts quality checks of goods received Monitors and ensures compliance with recipe specifications Leadership Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s) Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standard (GQS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing Knowledge, Skills and Experience Experience: 3-5 years in commercial cooking or completion of a culinary apprenticeship or certification from a recognized culinary school. Food Safety & Compliance: Solid knowledge of food hygiene regulations (HACCP) and best practices in maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen. Financial Acumen: Ability to manage food costs, control stock levels, minimize waste, and operate within budgetary guidelines. Leadership & Teamwork: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and guide kitchen teams effectively. Communication & Organization: Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong organizational skills to manage workflow in a fast-paced environment. Service Focus: Commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences for clients and customers. Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications to support operational efficiency. LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Title: Pricing Manager Job Location: Irving-USA-75039 Work Location Type: Hybrid About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America. Role Purpose Statement This position is part of the Sales and Services team and is responsible for supporting transactional pricing for key airline accounts. The Pricing Manager is responsible for developing and managing customer-specific pricing models, ensuring accurate cost validation, and driving profitability through effective financial analysis and pricing strategies. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, and Program Management teams to implement pricing updates, maintain compliance, and support revenue growth opportunities. With a focus on customer centricity, data-driven insights, and continuous improvement, the Pricing Manager ensures alignment with contractual requirements while fostering financial and operational excellence. Main Accountabilities •Validate direct and indirect cost inputs •Develop customer-specific pricing models and revenue builds. •Execute creation of price proposals and RFQ/RFP responses for new and existing business. •Generate Profit and Loss (P&L) calculations in partnership with Finance and Operational teams. •Implement regular contractual price updates, including cyclical price actions and food cost updates. •Update and maintain Master Price Lists (MPL) in coordination with Sales and Program Management teams, ensuring alignment with cycle changes and other scope changes. •Define pricing for new or modified products and services. •Maintain and optimize margin recovery. •Conduct audits to ensure compliance with contracts and identify opportunities for revenue growth or cost savings. •Support the annual budget process by providing insight into projected revenue and cost development. •Collaborate with customers and Customer Service Centers (CSC) representatives to resolve billing and pricing issues. •Perform ad-hoc analyses, including impact assessments, to support customer strategies. •Participate in customer menu presentations, validating specifications and pricing alignment. •Audit cost sheets for accuracy, including yield validation and price uploads. •Perform retro billing summaries and invoice corrections. •Participate in and support company initiatives, including continuous improvement of costing and pricing processes. •Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on costing and pricing principles, financial analysis, and business strategies. •Proactively support cross-functional and cross-departmental collaboration •Coach and mentor team members to foster development and expertise. Knowledge, Skills and Experience •Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field required •Minimum of 5 years of financial experience with proven expertise in profit analysis, pricing strategies, and service negotiations. •Strong understanding of costing and pricing principles, financial analysis, and business strategy •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills to execute data analysis and financial modeling required). •Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Windows-based applications. •SAP Material Management (MM) experience preferred. •Willingness to travel up to 25% for tender projects & client menu presenations LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.