Food Production Manager - Airline Catering

About us

Role Purpose Statement

In this role, you will leading a team of supervisors and frontline employees across multiple shifts in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. Your leadership will ensure food safety, efficiency, and service excellence while managing labor budgets, performance, and compliance standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong production leadership experience looking to make a tangible impact and grow into senior operational roles. This position reports to the Director of Operations and located near JFK Airport.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Incentive Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision – starts Day 1
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – support for professional development
• Free Parking & Daily Meals

Main Accountabilities

• • Lead and inspire a dynamic team of cooks, production employees, and supervisors
  • Strategically plan, organize, and manage a department with regards to daily hours, schedules, productivity, quality and safety.
  • Oversee all food production activities and ensure everything runs like a well-oiled (but healthy!) machine
  • Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety, health, environmental and other regulations
  • Ensure on-time and accurate production in the preparation of food/equipment and catering of flights
  • Take ownership of department budgets, inventory, scheduling, and productivity
  • Implement Lean manufacturing principles and bring innovation to how we prepare and deliver meals
  • Partner with cross-functional teams and airline clients to ensure top-notch service and presentation
  • Participate in daily leadership briefings and be the go-to for performance improvement

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

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  • 3-5 years of hands-on leadership experience in food production, catering, or a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong communicator, motivator, and team builder
  • Solid knowledge of FDA, HACCP, GMP, and operational compliance
  • Experience with Variable Production Systems (VPS) or similar tools a major plus
  • Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and inventory systems
  • Someone who thrives in a diverse, multicultural, and deadline-driven environment