BOS Lounge Sous Chef

Sous Chef Opportunity

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple "To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience." We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Sous Chef to support the daily culinary operations within our premium airport lounge. This role is responsible for assisting in the preparation of fresh, high-quality food on-site while ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance with brand and food safety standards. The Sous Chef will play a key role in supporting the Chef, while also coaching and guiding team members, including those without formal kitchen experience, to deliver a consistent and elevated guest experience. The expected pay rate is $75,000.00/yr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in the day-to-day kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing
• Prepare and present high-quality food in accordance with company standards and menus
• Ensure consistent execution of composed dishes
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Assist in inventory management, ordering, and cost control initiatives
• Train, coach, and support lounge team members, including non-culinary staff, to ensure proper food handling and execution
• Provide clear guidance and simplified processes to support team members with varying levels of experience
• Step in to lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Line Cook in a high-volume environment (airport lounge, hospitality, hotel, restaurant, or airport experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor team members, including those without prior kitchen experience
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible availability required (including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays)

What we offer

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.