Airline Catering Transportation Supervisor

Air Fayre Ca Inc; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Medical, Dental, Vision for employees 

401K with a match

Life insurance

Job summary

Air Fayre Ca Inc in Gardena, CA is seeking a hands-on Transportation Supervisor to oversee driver assignments, dock activity, flight schedules, and airside operations in a fast-paced airline catering environment.

You will coordinate with the Transportation Manager, kitchen team, drivers, and airline partners to ensure on-time, safe catering for flights in a 24/7 operation. Strong leadership and scheduling skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• 2-5 years of supervisory or management experience, including scheduling.
• In-flight catering experience highly desired; high-volume food service experience may also be considered.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to successfully manage a team of 20-30 employees.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Ability to pass TSA and FBI background screening.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time and accurate production and catering of all flights.
• Monitor and support compliance with HACCP, ramp safety procedures, and transportation SOPs.
• Manage allocated labor and daily assignments to maximize productivity and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate services between the kitchen, dock, drivers, leads, and airline contacts.
• Prepare control sheets, assign drivers to teams and flights, and confirm dock departures are completed according to schedule.
• Check dock areas to ensure employees have required equipment and trucks are ready for departure.
• Verify teams are catering the correct aircraft and flights and assist with late flights or equipment changes as needed.
• Assist with manpower planning and forecasting for transportation operations.
• Maintain radio communication with operations leadership, meal planners, and leads during service.
• Foster employee participation in improving work processes through proactive communication and engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Team management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college

Job description

Air Fayre Ca Inc in Gardena, CA is seeking a hands-on Transportation Supervisor to oversee driver assignments, dock activity, flight schedules, and airside operations in a fast-paced airline catering environment.

You will coordinate with the Transportation Manager, kitchen team, drivers, and airline partners to ensure on-time, safe catering for flights in a 24/7 operation. Strong leadership and scheduling skills are essential.