Food Production Supervisor

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. The company has been recognized as the “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for both 2023 and 2024, which reflects its commitment to excellence and innovation. The organization operates across North and Latin America, delivering exceptional culinary experiences and providing outstanding service to its clients and their passengers. LSG Sky Chefs prides itself on the dedication and expertise of its talented employees, who are considered the heart and soul of its success. The company fosters an environment that supports growth, teamwork, and continuous improvement, making it a leading name in the aviation catering sector.

The Food Production Supervisor role based in Los Angeles, USA (zip code 90045) is an on-site position with a salary range from $71,000 to $80,000 annually. This role is ideal for an outgoing leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys the challenge of managing a team focused on delivering high-quality products to customers. The position operates on a shift from 6 pm to 2 am with two consecutive days off. The supervisor is responsible for overseeing operations to ensure smooth workflows, adherence to government regulatory standards, and timely delivery of catering products. They will monitor employee performance and safety, conduct daily meetings, schedule labor efficiently, and enforce compliance with policies from agencies such as the FDA, USDA, OSHA, EPA, and DOT.

Additionally, this position involves providing leadership, motivating and developing staff within the company's Human Resources policies, managing productivity hours and costs, and participating in company-sponsored initiatives regarding quality, safety, and efficiency, including HACCP and Lean Manufacturing. The supervisor will also document and improve department processes, ensuring that all flights receive accurate and timely catering production. This role demands strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving capabilities, and knowledge of food safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have culinary training, food safety certification (ServSafe Manager), and familiarity with Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications, along with the ability to multi-task and maintain excellent organizational skills. Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, and EPA regulations is essential for success in this role.

Joining LSG Sky Chefs as a Food Production Supervisor offers an opportunity to be part of a globally recognized, award-winning company in airline catering, where one can develop leadership skills and contribute significantly to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. The role combines hands-on supervisory responsibilities with strategic initiatives aimed at continuous improvement and operational efficiency within the dynamic airline catering industry.