Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $75,000.00 - $80,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
401K with company match
company sponsored life insurance
Medical Plans
Dental plans
vision plans
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
voluntary life insurance
Accident plans
Hospital plans
Employee assistance program
Employee Discounts
Free hot healthy meals
Job Description
GateGroup is a leading global provider in the airline catering and provisioning industry, offering high-quality culinary and hospitality services to enhance the travel experiences of passengers around the world. With a presence in numerous countries, GateGroup is dedicated to innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction. The company's focus on operational efficiency and quality service delivery has made it a trusted partner for many major airlines. By joining GateGroup, employees become part of a team that values integrity, passion, accountability, and teamwork in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
The position of Production Manager at the GateGroup facility in Schiller Park, Illinois, is a full-time role that commands an annual salary range of $75,000 to $80,000. This role is essential in maintaining production standards to meet and exceed customers' requirements through effective scheduling, communication, productivity tracking, labor controls, and efficiency management. The Production Manager is tasked with ensuring that quality and customer service standards are upheld at the highest level on a daily basis, making it a pivotal role within the unit operations team.
As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a large team within a busy production kitchen environment, where managing staff, equipment, and quality control is critical. You will interact across all levels of the unit, from employees to management, to ensure smooth operations. Your role includes assisting in the development and training of subordinates, fostering a positive and productive work environment, and working collaboratively with management to improve unit performance continuously. The position also involves preparing administrative reports, ensuring safety compliance, and meeting customer specifications consistently.
In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Production Manager must demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills, be capable of managing multiple priorities, and drive positive program changes when needed. The role requires excellent communication abilities, including giving constructive feedback to team members, and demands a proactive approach to innovation and operational improvements. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and basic computer skills are also important for success in this position.
This role is physically demanding, involving regular standing, bending, lifting, and moving during shifts that can exceed 10 hours. Candidates must be comfortable working in environments with temperature fluctuations and noise typical of a production kitchen, and capable of lifting more than 25 pounds. Travel of up to 10 percent may be required.
GateGroup values a workplace culture where excellence, integrity, passion, and accountability are more than just words; they are lived daily. The company encourages respect among colleagues, open communication, collaborative problem-solving, and dedication to delivering top-quality results. Joining GateGroup means contributing to a company that not only supports its employees through a comprehensive benefits package but also encourages personal and professional growth in a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment.
The position of Production Manager at the GateGroup facility in Schiller Park, Illinois, is a full-time role that commands an annual salary range of $75,000 to $80,000. This role is essential in maintaining production standards to meet and exceed customers' requirements through effective scheduling, communication, productivity tracking, labor controls, and efficiency management. The Production Manager is tasked with ensuring that quality and customer service standards are upheld at the highest level on a daily basis, making it a pivotal role within the unit operations team.
As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a large team within a busy production kitchen environment, where managing staff, equipment, and quality control is critical. You will interact across all levels of the unit, from employees to management, to ensure smooth operations. Your role includes assisting in the development and training of subordinates, fostering a positive and productive work environment, and working collaboratively with management to improve unit performance continuously. The position also involves preparing administrative reports, ensuring safety compliance, and meeting customer specifications consistently.
In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Production Manager must demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills, be capable of managing multiple priorities, and drive positive program changes when needed. The role requires excellent communication abilities, including giving constructive feedback to team members, and demands a proactive approach to innovation and operational improvements. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and basic computer skills are also important for success in this position.
This role is physically demanding, involving regular standing, bending, lifting, and moving during shifts that can exceed 10 hours. Candidates must be comfortable working in environments with temperature fluctuations and noise typical of a production kitchen, and capable of lifting more than 25 pounds. Travel of up to 10 percent may be required.
GateGroup values a workplace culture where excellence, integrity, passion, and accountability are more than just words; they are lived daily. The company encourages respect among colleagues, open communication, collaborative problem-solving, and dedication to delivering top-quality results. Joining GateGroup means contributing to a company that not only supports its employees through a comprehensive benefits package but also encourages personal and professional growth in a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment.
Job Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Some college preferred
- Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience
- Experience in scheduling and financial management
- Experience in in-flight catering or high-volume food service industry preferred
- Ability to manage labor relations a plus
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to train and develop others
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to give feedback effectively
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to lift and move over 25 pounds
- Willingness to work rotating schedule over 55 hours weekly
- Ability to travel up to 10 percent
- Comfortable working in physically demanding environment
Job Qualifications
- High School graduate or equivalent required
- Some college preferred
- Must have 3 years of supervisory or management experience, scheduling and financial acumen
- In-flight catering experience is highly desired, or experience in a high-volume food service industry
- Current or previous labor relations experience is a plus, but not required
- Experience with menu design a plus
- Candidate should be comfortable with all levels of employees and have the ability to drive positive program change
- Must have strong and effective leadership skills, and successfully manage staff assigned to liquor and equipment
- Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
- Ability to train others required
- Must have the ability to give negative and positive feedback to employees on a daily basis
- Excellent time management skills required
- Ability to handle multiple tasks without losing focus on priorities
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication and leadership skills required
- Must be innovative and have the ability to make changes to the operation as needed to further improve the work environment and unit performance
- Basic computer skills required
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products preferred
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
- Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus
Job Duties
- Ensures unit maintains production standards
- Ensures labor controls are in place and are effective
- Ensures interdepartmental communication occurs regularly
- Assist in the development and training of subordinates
- Work with management staff to improve performance of the unit
- Prepares administrative reports as required
- Responsible for safety, quality and compliance to customer specifications
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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