Commercial Airline Catering - Sous Chef at Abby's Catering

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Leadership, Food Safety, HACCP Compliance, Team Management, Communication, Organization, Portion Control, Waste Reduction, Training, Sanitation, Menu Development, Production Planning, Problem Solving, Time Management, Customer Service, Bilingual

Industry

Food & Beverages

Description

Description ABOUT US Abby’s Catering is the longest-standing in-flight and corporate catering company in Houston, proudly serving the Houston & Dallas Metro markets. We specialize in chef-crafted cuisine using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Our reputation is built on exceptional service, impeccable food safety, and a memorable customer experience with every flight. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in quality, safety, accountability, and teamwork — and we are looking for leaders who share these values. POSITION SUMMARY The Sous Chef leads daily hot & cold culinary production to ensure all Abby’s Catering menu items meet quality, safety, and airline presentation standards. This position collaborates with the Executive Chef to maintain HACCP compliance and short-order operations within a 24/7 environment. Supports: Culinary Production Team Direct Reports: Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Production Assistants SAFETY & COMPLIANCE Maintain daily compliance with all Food Safety, HACCP, and traceability standards Ensure accurate logs, conduct audits, and document/resolve deviations promptly Enforce sanitation and personal hygiene policies across production teams Maintain a hazard-free workspace and uphold safety protocols at all times Ensure aviation regulatory and airline-specific standards are met consistently EQUIPMENT & MAINTENANCE SUPPORT Oversee correct handling, cleaning, and sanitation of all kitchen equipment and tools Ensure equipment and workspaces are cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored Report equipment issues promptly and ensure corrective actions are completed Support workflow improvements and kitchen efficiency initiatives DUTIES Lead, train, and supervise culinary crews for high-performance execution Conduct daily production meetings and coordinate prep priorities by flight schedules Verify compliance with recipes, portion standards, and plating instructions Deliver finished products on time to meet Kitchen Departure Times for all flights Control cost through portion control, waste reduction, FIFO rotation, and labor oversight Provide food safety and plating technique training to front-line staff Maintain a clean, organized production environment across all shifts Promote teamwork, communication, and a positive work culture Support menu launches, production tests, and special airline programs Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the Executive Chef OUR MISSION & CORE VALUES Abby’s Catering aims to remain the leading in-flight and corporate catering company in the Houston & Dallas Metro markets by sourcing locally, prioritizing food safety, and operating responsibly and efficiently. We live by CATCH — Our Core Values: Customer Service — Deliver excellence with every flight Accountability — Own results and commitments Teamwork — Collaborate to win Competitiveness — Strive for the highest standards Honesty — Act with integrity and respect Requirements JOB REQUIREMENTS 3+ years culinary leadership experience in high-volume environments Ability to thrive in cold-room production as low as 36°F for extended periods Rotating shifts, weekends, and holiday availability required Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred Ability to read/interpret airline plating instructions and batch recipes Computer skills including Microsoft Office and basic production systems Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently High School Diploma or equivalent required Culinary Arts certificate or degree preferred Aviation or airline catering experience a strong plus Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. — no sponsorship available Food Handler / Food Safety Manager Certification required (ServSafe or equivalent) WORK ENVIRONMENT Cold-room and hot production spaces Fast-paced, deadline-driven aviation operation Standing for long periods and moderate-to-heavy lifting required Exposure to carts, sharp tools, and high-traffic areas 24/7 operation with shift flexibility essential

Responsibilities

The Sous Chef leads daily culinary production to ensure quality and safety standards are met. This role involves training and supervising culinary teams, maintaining compliance with food safety regulations, and ensuring timely delivery of meals for flights.