Gate Gourmet is one of the leading caterers in the United States. Gate primarily serves the aviation industry, and operates more than 100 flight kitchens. The company employs more than 22,000 personnel, including chefs, administrative, sales and support staff. Located in Reston, Va., Gate Gourmet has branch in more than 25 countries. Its customers include Aeromexico, Sterling, Varig, SAS Scandinavian Airlines system, LanChile, Swiss International Air Lines, and My Travel Airways. Gate Gourmet also serves Aerolineas Argentina and American, British, Continental, Delta, Emirates, Iberia, LTU International, Northwest, Quantas, Thai, Turkish, and United airlines. Additionally, the company provides worldwide development opportunities, internal and external training programs, and placement services with various culinary institutes.