Aviation Chef | $24-$27/hr | Private Jet Catering | PM Shifts M-F

$24-$27 per hour. Full-time and part-time evening shifts available.

Keep cooking at a high level in a fast-paced culinary environment without the typical restaurant setting.

Sparrow is hiring experienced chefs to produce elevated cuisine for private aviation. Full-time and part-time PM opportunities are available, making this a strong fit for culinary professionals looking for either a consistent full-time position or part-time evening work.

You'll work as part of a small culinary team producing food for private aviation in an execution-driven kitchen where quality, accuracy, food safety, and timing matter. Sparrow combines the pace and precision of aviation catering with culinary experimentation and an emphasis on elevating in-flight cuisine toward fine-dining standards.

If you're an experienced Sous Chef or chef with a background in catering, banquets, events, or similar culinary production, we'd like to speak with you.

Location

This location is easily accessible by public transportation. A valid driver's license is required.

Compensation

• $24-$27 per hour
• Paid biweekly
• Full-time and part-time positions available

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Flexible scheduling
• Company dining perks
• Room for advancement

Schedule

• Evening / PM shifts
• Full-time and part-time schedules available
• Full-time PM schedule: Monday-Friday, 2 PM-10 PM
• Consistent year-round work
• No seasonal slowdown

Why This Role Stands Out

• $24-$27 per hour
• Full-time and part-time evening opportunities
• Monday-Friday, 2 PM-10 PM full-time schedule
• Produce elevated cuisine for private aviation
• Work with a small culinary team
• Steady year-round operation with no seasonal slowdown
• Menu development and culinary experimentation
• Room for advancement

About the Role

This is a hands-on culinary position for someone who can cook, stay organized, follow detailed production requirements, and maintain standards when the kitchen gets busy.

You'll work alongside the culinary team producing menus for private aviation clients while maintaining food quality and safety standards, following written recipes and production instructions, and keeping production accurate and on time.

Experienced Sous Chefs may also take on leadership responsibilities, including helping direct, train, and motivate members of the culinary team.

We're Looking for Someone Who Can

• Work hands-on as part of a fast-paced culinary team
• Organize and execute production efficiently
• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation
• Follow written recipes and production instructions accurately
• Maintain strong food-safety and sanitation standards
• Contribute to menu creation and culinary development
• Execute vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other specialized menu requirements
• Maintain organization and attention to detail during busy production

About Sparrow

Sparrow elevates the inflight dining experience through innovative cuisine, seamless ordering, and accurate, on-time delivery.

"By hand, with heart" is a core company value. The culinary team carefully crafts each menu and meal with the goal of making travelers feel well taken care of during their time in the sky.

The Lansdowne kitchen combines the pace and consistency of a high-volume culinary operation with elevated food standards and culinary experimentation. Sparrow emphasizes an inclusive, family-oriented kitchen environment and a culture of sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute daily PM culinary production
• Work hands-on alongside the culinary team
• Maintain food quality and consistency throughout production
• Follow recipes and production standards
• Support menu creation and culinary development
• Maintain food-safety, sanitation, and proper handling standards
• Keep production organized during high-volume periods
• Prepare and cook a wide range of ingredients
• Handle and prepare pork and recipes involving alcohol
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Support accurate, on-time completion of culinary production
• Assist with team leadership and training when applicable

Qualifications

• Sous Chef or comparable professional culinary experience preferred
• Proven chef experience in catering, banquet, event, or similar culinary settings
• Strong knowledge of food safety and best practices
• Ability to follow written recipes and instructions accurately
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced culinary production environment
• Menu creation experience
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be comfortable handling, preparing, and cooking pork and recipes involving alcohol
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to reach, bend, and stoop
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• English proficiency required

How to Apply

Please submit your resume with full contact information and two professional references from previous supervisors. Supervisor email addresses are required. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.