Sous Chef- Halal Specialty Job at LSG Sky Chefs, Charlotte, NC

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  • LSG Sky Chefs
  • Charlotte, NC

Job Description

Job Title:  Sous Chef- Halal Specialty 
Job Location:  Charlotte-USA-28219 
Work Location Type:  On-Site 
Salary Range:  $60,000.00 - 70,000.00

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 Specialty Sous Chef (Halal) supports the Executive Chef in producing high-quality halal-compliant meals for airline passengers. This role ensures strict adherence to halal standards, food safety regulations, and airline catering specifications while managing kitchen operations and staff.

Main Accountabilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Halal Menu Development: Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design and update halal-compliant menus tailored for airline passengers, considering cultural preferences and flight duration.
  • Meal Preparation: Oversee preparation and cooking of halal dishes in compliance with airline catering standards and halal certification requirements.
  • Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all ingredients, suppliers, and processes meet halal certification and airline regulatory standards. Maintain accurate documentation for audits.
  • Production Efficiency: Manage large-scale meal production for multiple flights while maintaining quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
  • Inventory & Procurement: Monitor stock levels, order halal-certified ingredients, and minimize waste in a high-volume environment.
  • Team Leadership: Train and supervise kitchen staff on halal preparation techniques, portion control, and airline-specific packaging requirements.
  • Quality Assurance: Conduct regular checks for hygiene, food safety, and halal compliance throughout the kitchen and production line.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Address special dietary requests and ensure meals meet airline and passenger expectations.

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

  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in airline catering or high-volume food production, with expertise in halal cuisine.

  • Strong knowledge of halal certification standards and airline catering regulations.

  • Leadership and team management skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight deadlines.

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

  • Arabic speaking preferred (to communicate effectively with suppliers, clients, or team members when needed).

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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