Sous Chef

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. At gategroup, we believe that hospitality in its purest form comes down to a single, core principle: care. We do everything with thoughtfulness, attention, and care, ensuring that every meal prepared contributes to a memorable travel experience.

As a Sous Chef, Operations, you will be the culinary leader for your unit, reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef. Your role is pivotal in designing and preparing meals for airline customers, ensuring that every dish meets our high standards of quality, safety, and sanitation. You will drive the food production effort, working closely with Food Supervisors and a team of up to 40 cooks to deliver consistent, high-volume meals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This position is more than just cooking; it is about leadership and culture. You will foster a workplace that supports inclusion and belonging, where every job matters and colleagues support one another. You will be responsible for coaching, counseling, and developing your team, ensuring they are trained on proper procedures and safety protocols. Your day will involve managing daily production, optimizing schedules, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and governmental regulations like FDA, USDA, and HACCP. You will also play a key role in employee retention and creating a safe, positive work environment.

We expect our team to live our values of Excellence, Passion, Responsibility, and Respect. Whether you are innovating menu designs, managing labor costs, or simply ensuring a passenger receives a delicious meal, your work directly impacts our customers and the planet. We are committed to workforce diversity and consider qualified applicants regardless of background.

If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us! We anticipate this job will close on 05/30/2026.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Georgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States

Atlanta, Georgia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDesign and prepare meals for airline customers while ensuring food safety and sanitation compliance
check_circleTrain and coach employees on proper food preparation procedures and safety protocols
check_circleManage daily production schedules, assign tasks, and optimize labor allocation for hot and cold kitchens
check_circleMonitor employee attendance, payroll compliance, and union agreement adherence
check_circleSupervise kitchen operations to maintain quality, quantity, and adherence to FDA/USDA regulations
check_circleOrder raw materials and manage inventory to meet production requirements and reduce waste
check_circleConduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and implement corrective actions for staff

Requirements

verifiedAssociates degree in Culinary Arts or Culinary Arts certification preferred
verifiedMinimum 1-3 years experience as a Chef and/or Sous Chef
verifiedMinimum 7 years experience as a cook
verifiedServSafe Certified preferred
verifiedExcellent written and oral communication skills
verifiedBasic computer skills required
verifiedWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office products preferred

Nice to Have

Associates degree in the Culinary Arts or a Culinary Arts certification. Previous supervisory experience working in a high volume, manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering environment. In-flight catering experience or experience in a high-volume food service environment. Current or previous labor relations experience. Experience with menu design. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. ServSafe Certified. Bi-lingual in Spanish.

Benefits & Perks

check_circlePaid time offcheck_circle401k with company matchcheck_circleCompany sponsored life insurancecheck_circleMedical, dental, and vision plansVoluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Servsafe, Microsoft Office, Spanish.

Education: Associates degree in the Culinary Arts preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Sous Chef at gategroup

What does a Sous Chef at gategroup do?expand_more

A Sous Chef at gategroup is responsible for the following: Design and prepare meals for airline customers while ensuring food safety and sanitation compliance; Train and coach employees on proper food preparation procedures and safety protocols; Manage daily production schedules, assign tasks, and optimize labor allocation for hot and cold kitchens; and Monitor employee attendance, payroll compliance, and union agreement adherence.

What are the requirements for this Sous Chef role?expand_more

gategroup is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Associates degree in Culinary Arts or Culinary Arts certification preferred; Minimum 1-3 years experience as a Chef and/or Sous Chef; Minimum 7 years experience as a cook; ServSafe Certified preferred; Excellent written and oral communication skills; and Basic computer skills required.

Where is the Sous Chef role at gategroup located?expand_more

Sous Chef at gategroup is based in Georgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Sous Chef job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

gategroup has listed this Sous Chef role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Sous Chef role?expand_more

Sous Chef at gategroup typically requires 1–3 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Sous Chef role at gategroup?expand_more

Key skills for Sous Chef at gategroup include Servsafe; Microsoft Office; and Spanish.

What education is required for Sous Chef at gategroup?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Associates degree in the Culinary Arts preferred.

What category does the Sous Chef role belong to?expand_more

Sous Chef at gategroup is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.