Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
overtime pay
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Abby's Catering, established in 1980, is a premier culinary and hospitality company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company has built a reputation for delivering exceptional gastronomic experiences, catering primarily to high-profile passengers such as celebrities, government officials, heads of state, and industry leaders. These distinguished clients frequently travel via private, corporate, and commercial aircrafts departing from Houston. Abby's Catering extends its exclusive gourmet offerings beyond aviation by serving corporate offices, private and corporate events, and managing comprehensive food service contracts. Known for its commitment to quality and service excellence, Abby's Catering prides itself on delivering a one-of-a-kind culinary and hospitality... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven leadership and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong grasp of leadership, management, and accountability (LMA) principles
- Valid Food Protection Manager Certificate (e.g., ServSafe)
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Available for rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime
- Comfortable working in cold environments (41°F) for extended periods
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Ability to read and interpret food menus, production specs, and load plans
- Experience in airline catering or high-volume food production highly desired
Job Qualifications
- Proven leadership and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong grasp of leadership, management, and accountability (LMA) principles
- Valid Food Protection Manager Certificate (e.g., ServSafe)
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Ability to read and interpret food menus, production specs, and load plans
- Experience in airline catering or high-volume food production highly desired
Job Duties
- Plan and execute food production for all commercial aviation catering flights at the IAH inflight kitchen
- Develop and maintain production planning tools such as flowcharts, throughput calculations, checklists, shift reports
- Design food production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
- Track and improve productivity metrics, labor planning, and budgeting based on passenger volume
- Minimize overtime while meeting labor needs efficiently
- Manage timekeeping and maintain accurate records in Paylocity
- Lead personnel decisions including hiring, performance management, and termination, supported by documentation
- Ensure timely kitchen readiness for all scheduled flights
- Maintain daily compliance with food safety regulations including HACCP, GMP, rotation, labeling, hygiene
- Log HACCP records and work closely with FSQ department on inspections and audits
- Ensure full compliance with MEDINA Standards, maintaining an inspection-ready kitchen daily
- Conduct spot checks and corrective actions to uphold food specs and service quality
- Interface with Hot Food and Warehouse departments to avoid shortages and streamline production
- Conduct weekly food production L-10 meetings and participate in Chef Tables
- Improve product quality standards, including visual presentation and portion weight
- Create a safe, clean, and organized work environment with consistent safety and sanitation protocols
- Promote a collaborative and positive work culture across departments
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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