Hot Food Prep Cook (MSP)

Job Title: Hot Food Prep Cook

Company Overview: LSG Sky Chefs is the global leader in airline catering and in flight service management. We serve over 300 airlines at 209 airports across 50 countries delivering nearly 600 million meals each year. Our services include catering on board retail equipment and logistics lounge management and consulting. Known for culinary expertise and reliable operations we have also expanded into train catering and retail markets. Join a team that brings quality and innovation to every customer every day.

Work Location: One location: 3100 E 73rd St. Minneapolis MN 55450

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: 24.00 per hour

Expected Hours: 40 hours per week Open availability required due to seniority based shift bids that occur multiple times per year

Job Description: The First Production Cook plays a key role in preparing and fabricating food items that meet airline specifications while maintaining strict food safety and quality standards. This role supports daily production in a fast paced culinary environment and works closely with kitchen leadership to ensure consistency accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and fabricate assigned production quantities of fruits vegetables deli meats cheeses and ice cream according to customer specifications

• Follow food safety standards and comply with all regulatory requirements 

• Utilize our internal system to track production and material usage 

• Maintain clean organized and sanitary workstations 

• Ensure all prep work is dated rotated and stored following FIFO guidelines 

• Wear issued uniforms and required safety shoes at all times 

• Work closely with Executive and Sous Chefs to support culinary excellence 

• Assist food employees and leaders in supporting daily production needs 

• Communicate safety concerns or hazards promptly to leadership 

• Perform all duties with a focus on safety quality and efficiency 

• Work assigned shifts and hours as communicated by leadership

Qualifications and Experience: 

• 1 to 3 years of related food preparation experience required 

• Successful completion of a practical skills assessment required

• Proficiency using knives and meat slicers 

• Ability to multitask and manage workflow in a production environment 

• Ability to learn and utilize CBASE reports

• Working knowledge of HACCP GMP and FIFO practices 

• Ability to collaborate across departments 

• Solid understanding of food service operations

Language: English preferred

Shift Availability: Open availability is essential due to seniority based shift bids that occur two to three times per year. Shifts may include early morning evening overnight weekend and holiday schedules.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance 

• Health Insurance 

• Vision Insurance 

• Participation in the company 401k 

• Life Insurance Benefits 

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance 

• Disability Benefits 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Membership in the local union 

• Free lunch parking and uniforms

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: LSG Sky Chefs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.