Sought position: Head Chef Ref ID: No261371 Town: Stains Country : France Contract type: Long term contract Salary: 5000 Experience: experienced Job status: Based on experience Job category: Kitchen Online since 2025/03/24 This job position is still available for the week of 2025-03-24
Flying Seahorse, is looking for...
Head Chef (M/F)
Head Chef at Flying Seahorse – Private Jet Catering
At Flying Seahorse, a premium catering company specializing in private jets at Le Bourget Airport, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team. With a focus on delivering top-tier culinary experiences, Flying Seahorse is committed to excellence and innovation in private aviation catering. If you are a seasoned professional with a flair for fine dining and leadership in a high-end, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to elevate your career.
As Head Chef, you will oversee all aspects of culinary production, manage kitchen staff, and ensure the highest quality standards are met while adhering to established menus. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team and contribute to the success of a prestigious company.
Responsibilities:
Lead kitchen operations: Oversee all culinary activities, ensuring the highest quality, presentation, and taste for every dish served according to the established menu.
Menu execution: Ensure the proper preparation and execution of meals based on the pre-established menu, maintaining consistency, quality, and taste in all dishes.
Manage kitchen staff: Supervise, motivate, and train kitchen staff to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen and adherence to company standards.
Ensure food safety compliance: Maintain strict adherence to aviation and health standards, including HACCP regulations, food safety protocols, and hygiene practices.
Inventory and budget control: Manage inventory, supplier relationships, and kitchen budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and minimizing waste.
Quality control and consistency: Ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards, ensuring consistency in quality across all orders.
Optimize kitchen efficiency: Streamline kitchen processes and workflows to increase productivity and ensure timely delivery of meals while maintaining exceptional quality.
Requirements:
European passport or work permit for Europe (Paris, France).
Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of French is desirable.
Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary leadership role, particularly in luxury catering or Michelin-star establishments.
Extensive knowledge of high-end cuisine, with skills in both savory and pastry preparation.
Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team and multiple tasks under pressure.
Ability to manage costs, create budgets, and optimize kitchen operations for maximum efficiency.
A passion for maintaining high culinary standards and improving kitchen operations.
Additional Information:
Location: Villepinte, with operations at Le Bourget Airport.
Training: Training in Paris will cover processes specific to business aviation and HACCP procedures.
Flexibility: The role requires adaptability in terms of working hours and handling special requests.
Salary: €5,000 per month.
OUR COMPANY OVERVIEW
Flying Seahorse - Luxury Aviation Catering
Flying Seahorse is a premier luxury aviation catering service, offering an exclusive culinary experience for private jet travelers. With hubs in the Caribbean, from Sint Maarten to Nassau, Bahamas, and even Paris, we bring the finest in-flight dining to discerning clients around the world.
Our company is built on a foundation of passion for exceptional cuisine and private aviation. We go beyond traditional catering by crafting personalized gastronomic experiences, tailored to the unique tastes and preferences of our clients. Every meal is carefully crafted by our talented team, using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
What sets us apart is our commitment to perfection. From punctuality to finesse, professionalism to trust, our core values guide every aspect of our service. We take pride in providing a seamless, luxurious catering experience that enhances every journey and exceeds the expectations of our elite clientele.
Welcome to Flying Seahorse, where luxury, flavor, and precision unite to elevate your private jet experience.
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