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LSG Sky Chefs

Sous Chef - Airline Catering

Austin, TX · On-site

$57K - $71K/yr

Sous Chef - Airline Catering Job Location: Austin-USA-78719 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary ... Formal Culinary Degree or equivalent (Apprenticeship, Culinary Related Military Training ...

ymcafw

$14 - $15/hr

This role will provide you with hands-on training, apprenticeship, and coaching from a professional chef to help grow your skillsets and knowledge in food service and kitchen management.

Laredo Country Club

Chef de Cuisine

Laredo, TX · On-site

$51K - $70K/yr

Train and mentor cooks, prep staff, stewards, and culinary apprentices. * Conduct pre-shift ... Chef de Cuisine). * Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary ...

Laredo Country Club

Chef de Cuisine

Laredo, TX · On-site

$51K - $70K/yr

Train and mentor cooks, prep staff, stewards, and culinary apprentices. * Conduct pre-shift ... Chef de Cuisine). * Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary ...

AccorHotel

Chef de Partie

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Direct, train and monitor performance of Commis and Demi Chef de Partie. Maintain organization ... Actively participates in training of culinary skills to junior staff and apprentices * Adhere to ...

AccorHotel

Chef de Partie

Dallas, TX

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Direct, train and monitor performance of Commis and Demi Chef de Partie. Maintain organization ... Actively participates in training of culinary skills to junior staff and apprentices * Adhere to ...

SkyChefs

$57K - $71K/yr

Sous Chef - Airline Catering Job Location: Austin-USA-78719 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary ... Formal Culinary Degree or equivalent (Apprenticeship, Culinary Related Military Training ...

Aramark

Abgeschlossene Ausbildung zum Koch / zur Köchin * Berufspraxis in der Gastronomie * Qualitätsbewusstsein und Teamgeist * Hohe Kunden- und Gästeorientierung * Erfahrung in der Warenwirtschaft ...

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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice chef in Texas is $20.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Apprentice Chef job?

An Apprentice Chef is a trainee cook who learns culinary skills through hands-on experience in a professional kitchen. They assist senior chefs with food preparation, cooking, and maintaining kitchen hygiene while gaining knowledge of techniques and recipes. This role is typically part of a structured training program, such as an apprenticeship or culinary school placement. It provides foundational skills needed for a career as a professional chef.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Apprentice Chef position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice Chef, you need a basic understanding of food preparation, kitchen safety, and a willingness to learn, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food hygiene regulations, and, in some cases, certifications like ServSafe is beneficial. Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills help you integrate smoothly into a fast-paced kitchen environment. These skills ensure you can contribute effectively to the culinary team while developing your technical abilities for future advancement.

What does a typical day look like for an Apprentice Chef?

As an Apprentice Chef, your day typically involves assisting senior chefs with ingredient preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, learning cooking techniques, and helping with plating and service. You may rotate between different kitchen stations and tasks, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of mentors. The work environment is usually fast-paced and collaborative, with opportunities to ask questions and receive feedback. Over time, you’ll take on more responsibilities as you demonstrate reliability and skill, which helps pave the way for career progression in the culinary field.

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Sous Chef - Airline Catering

Sous Chef - Airline Catering

LSG Sky Chefs

Austin, TX • On-site

$57K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

LSG Group rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

329th of 358 rated logistics

Job description

Posting Start Date: 7/6/26
Job Title: Sous Chef - Airline Catering
Job Location: Austin-USA-78719
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $57,000.00 - 71,000.00
About us
Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly driven Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team, reporting directly to the Executive Chef. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with commercial food production experience who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about both operational excellence and culinary innovation.
In this role, you will share oversight of production for premium airline catering, ensuring meals are executed to the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. You'll lead and develop team members in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
We're looking for someone who combines strong kitchen leadership with a forward-thinking mindset. Someone who not only executes but also contributes to evolving menus, improving processes, and bringing fresh ideas to life.
  • Work location: onsite @ our SkyChefs kitchen facility located near Austin Bergstrom Airport
  • Work schedule: work 5 consecutive days on and have 2 consecutive days off. Must be flexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed to support our business operations
  • Benefits: available day 1 of employment - no waiting period
  • We operation 24/7, 365

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 staff

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
  • Formal Culinary Degree or equivalent (Apprenticeship, Culinary Related Military Training, Certification with ACF, Etc.) required
  • 3+ years experience in culinary operations
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Bilingual highly preferred
  • Union experience a plus
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple production priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume culinary environment.
  • Understand and demonstrate concepts of financial controls (ex: keep food cost within budget, control stock levels while being cost conscious, minimize waste)
  • Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
  • Service orientation mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

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

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