Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
performance bonuses
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Job Description
LSG Sky Chefs is a global leader in airline catering and hospitality services, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence. Recognized as the Airline Caterer of the Year in North America for 2023 and 2024, LSG Sky Chefs operates extensive culinary and catering operations across North and Latin America, serving a prestigious clientele that includes major airlines and millions of passengers annually. The company prides itself on its dynamic workforce, rich expertise in food production, and a culture that values continuous improvement and operational excellence. Employee dedication and collaboration are central to maintaining LSG Sky Chefs' reputation as... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 5-7 years of leadership experience in food production, catering, or manufacturing
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and tools
- Understanding of FDA, HACCP, and GMP compliance standards
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production management software
Job Qualifications
- 5-7 years of hands-on leadership experience in food production, catering, or high-volume manufacturing environments
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Lean Six Sigma certification a strong plus
- Proven track record of implementing Lean manufacturing and process improvement initiatives
- Strong communicator, motivator, and team builder with a continuous improvement mindset
- Solid knowledge of FDA, HACCP, GMP, and operational compliance standards
- Experience with Variable Production Systems (VPS), Lean tools, or similar methodologies
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and inventory/production management systems
- Thrives in a diverse, multicultural, and deadline-driven environment
Job Duties
- Lead and inspire a dynamic team of cooks, production employees, and supervisors to achieve daily production goals
- Strategically plan, organize, and manage departmental operations including labor hours, schedules, productivity, quality, and safety
- Oversee all food production activities, ensuring streamlined workflows and minimal waste through Lean principles
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, FDA, HACCP, GMP, and other regulatory requirements
- Drive on-time and accurate production in the preparation of food/equipment and catering of flights
- Take ownership of department budgets, inventory control, scheduling, and productivity metrics
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement process improvements and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Partner with airline clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional service and presentation
- Participate in daily leadership briefings and serve as a key driver of performance improvement and operational excellence
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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