Executive Chef- Inflight Catering

Newrest is seeking a Executive Chef who will be responsible for crafting menus and dishes that meet the specific requirements of our clients. As a leader, you will mentor, train, and empower the Chefs de Cuisine and their teams across our Inflight sites. If you are passionate about culinary arts and possess proven expertise in team management and quality standards adherence, this opportunity is for you. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success in the airline catering industry

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with operational and support teams to prepare and execute menu presentations for clients.
• Ensure menus meet quality and customer satisfaction standards.
• Organize, train, motivate, and supervise kitchen teams at Inflight sites, aligning with the organizational and commercial strategy of the Inflight Department.
• Work closely with Head Chefs to ensure effective personnel management.
• Verify compliance of technical sheets, products, and portion sizes to maintain quality and standardization of services.
• Supervise cooking techniques, including preparation, cooking, and plating, to uphold high standards of presentation and dish quality.
• Ensure compliance with Newrest's food safety and hygiene regulations on sites, implementing appropriate measures and adhering to relevant regulations.
• Propose concrete improvements to enhance VIP offerings, including menus, purchases, range, and recipes, to maintain customer satisfaction and competitiveness in the market.
• Identify, assess, and manage culinary activity-related risks, implementing preventive and corrective measures to ensure operational safety.
• Control inventory, communicate needs and shortages to the purchasing department, and manage losses and reserves by keeping accurate records.
• Apply good hygiene and manufacturing practices at all times, ensuring team members adhere to them. Report any deviations to management or the Quality Manager.
• Monitor production timings, check compliance of services with technical sheets and portion sizes, and complete various HACCP documents.
• Maintain good portion control and forecast of production
• Communicate effectively with kitchen personnel & other unit departments
• Compliance with all company service standards, health & safety procedures, food safety requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned17
  
  

Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in the airline catering industry
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Exceptional team management abilities, with a proven track record of fostering cohesion and productivity.
• Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to diverse work environments and challenging situations.
• Adherence to and promotion of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and hygiene standards.
• Proficiency in various production techniques, ensuring culinary excellence in every dish.
• Thorough understanding and implementation of hygiene, safety, and security regulations.
• Effective teamwork skills, collaborating seamlessly with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Strong team player mentality, contributing positively to group dynamics and morale.
• Dynamic and proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational and methodical abilities, with a keen eye for detail and efficient resource management.
• Innate innovation and creativity, constantly seeking opportunities for improvement and differentiation.
• Leadership qualities characterized by integrity, discipline, and high ethical standards.
• Proven ability to provide comprehensive training to employees, enhancing their performance and skill set.
• Commitment to collaboration and partnership, recognizing the value of collective efforts in achieving success.
  
  

ABOUT NEWREST :

Specialist in out-of-home catering in 54 countries, and the only player to intervene in all sectors of catering and related services, Newrest is one of the world leaders in multi-sector catering.

Our 36,000 committed and talented employees do what is necessary to offer consumers balanced, diversified and tasty meals while scrupulously respecting hygiene and food safety standards.

https://www.newrest.eu/

Apply today and be a part of our team, delivering exceptional catering services and food products to top–notch airlines all around the world!