Food Production Manager - Airline Catering
- LSG Sky Chefs Expired
- Queens Village, New York
- Full Time
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Job Description
Job Title: Food Production Manager - Airline Catering
Job Location: Jamaica-USA-11430
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $106,000.00 - 130,000.00
LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted Airline Caterer of the Year in North America for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.
Role Purpose StatementIn this role, you will leading a team of supervisors and frontline employees across multiple shifts in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. Your leadership will ensure food safety, efficiency, and service excellence while managing labor budgets, performance, and compliance standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong production leadership experience looking to make a tangible impact and grow into senior operational roles. This position reports to the Director of Operations and located near JFK Airport.
Main Accountabilities Lead and inspire a dynamic team of cooks, production employees, and supervisors
Strategically plan, organize, and manage a department with regards to daily hours, schedules, productivity, quality and safety.
Oversee all food production activities and ensure everything runs like a well-oiled (but healthy!) machine
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety, health, environmental and other regulations
Ensure on-time and accurate production in the preparation of food/equipment and catering of flights
Take ownership of department budgets, inventory, scheduling, and productivity
Implement Lean manufacturing principles and bring innovation to how we prepare and deliver meals
Partner with cross-functional teams and airline clients to ensure top-notch service and presentation
Participate in daily leadership briefings and be the go-to for performance improvement
57 years of hands-on leadership experience in food production, catering, or a high-volume manufacturing environment
Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience)
Strong communicator, motivator, and team builder
Solid knowledge of FDA, HACCP, GMP, and operational compliance
Experience with Variable Production Systems (VPS) or similar tools a major plus
Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and inventory systems
Someone who thrives in a diverse, multicultural, and deadline-driven environment
LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Title: Food Production Manager - Airline Catering
Job Location: Jamaica-USA-11430
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $106,000.00 - 130,000.00
LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted Airline Caterer of the Year in North America for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.
Role Purpose StatementIn this role, you will leading a team of supervisors and frontline employees across multiple shifts in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. Your leadership will ensure food safety, efficiency, and service excellence while managing labor budgets, performance, and compliance standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong production leadership experience looking to make a tangible impact and grow into senior operational roles. This position reports to the Director of Operations and located near JFK Airport.
Main Accountabilities Lead and inspire a dynamic team of cooks, production employees, and supervisors
Strategically plan, organize, and manage a department with regards to daily hours, schedules, productivity, quality and safety.
Oversee all food production activities and ensure everything runs like a well-oiled (but healthy!) machine
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety, health, environmental and other regulations
Ensure on-time and accurate production in the preparation of food/equipment and catering of flights
Take ownership of department budgets, inventory, scheduling, and productivity
Implement Lean manufacturing principles and bring innovation to how we prepare and deliver meals
Partner with cross-functional teams and airline clients to ensure top-notch service and presentation
Participate in daily leadership briefings and be the go-to for performance improvement
57 years of hands-on leadership experience in food production, catering, or a high-volume manufacturing environment
Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience)
Strong communicator, motivator, and team builder
Solid knowledge of FDA, HACCP, GMP, and operational compliance
Experience with Variable Production Systems (VPS) or similar tools a major plus
Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and inventory systems
Someone who thrives in a diverse, multicultural, and deadline-driven environment
LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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