Food Production Supervisor - Airline Catering

SkyChefs is a premier airline catering and food production company with a rich history dating back to 1942. Renowned for culinary excellence, SkyChefs operates across 43 sites in the United States, delivering millions of meals annually to the nation's leading airlines and retailers. The company's commitment to operational excellence, culinary innovation, and continuous improvement has positioned it as the standard-bearer in aviation culinary services, last-mile logistics, airline services, and retail commerce. At its core, SkyChefs values its people, fostering a workplace environment focused on growth, leadership, and making a meaningful impact. Working at SkyChefs goes beyond holding a job; it represents an opportunity for employees to advance their careers in a dynamic, team-oriented atmosphere.

The Food Production Supervisor - Airline Catering role, based in Baltimore, USA, offers a salary range of $62,000 to $72,000 and is an on-site position. This role is integral to ensuring the seamless operation of the food production environment, where efficiency and quality are paramount. The supervisor will be responsible for managing a team of employees dedicated to delivering high-quality products to customers. The position demands leadership that motivates and engages staff in all facets of safety and performance initiatives, creating a work culture committed to excellence and compliance.

Key responsibilities include organizing and directing staff to meet production deadlines, conducting daily team meetings, scheduling labor to optimize productivity and minimize overtime, and ensuring compliance with government regulatory standards such as FDA, USDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, and HACCP. The supervisor will also be responsible for documenting departmental processes and driving continuous improvements to maintain quality and operational efficiency. Monitoring safety regulations and enforcing compliance will be critical to maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.

As a leader, the Food Production Supervisor will guide and develop staff, embodying the company's values and management principles. The role requires management of productivity and labor costs, with the ability to implement corrective actions when necessary. Participation in company-wide initiatives like Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, and Employee Safety programs is essential to support ongoing operational enhancements.

Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge and between one to three years of related work experience. Strong problem-solving abilities, leadership skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication capabilities are required. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to lead teams effectively to achieve productivity goals and uphold high standards of compliance with OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, and EPA regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer applications along with excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills is also essential.

SkyChefs is not only committed to providing top-quality airline catering services but also fosters an inclusive workplace as an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, welcoming women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. This role represents a unique opportunity to join a leading company in the airline catering industry where your leadership can directly impact operational success and customer satisfaction.