Airline Cold-Prep Kitchen Specialist

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

dnata catering in Nashville is seeking a Cold Kitchen Assembly team member responsible for preparing and assembling a variety of cold food items for airline passengers. You will follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and ensure food safety through HACCP practices while maintaining quality and labeling.

You will collaborate with the culinary team to meet menu requirements, manage inventory, track product performance, and seek ways to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred).
• At least 1 year of experience in food preparation.
• Must meet state food handler certification requirements (Texas within 60 days).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to HACCP/GMP hygiene standards and security requirements.
• Read and interpret charts and work orders to assemble foods.
• Portion and garnish foods; inspect for contamination.
• Return unused items to storage or dispose per procedures.
• Retrieve and arrange salads, desserts, rolls and other items for assembly.
• Load meal trays into airline carts for transport.
• Work regularly in cold environments (35–40°F).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

dnata catering in Nashville is seeking a Cold Kitchen Assembly team member responsible for preparing and assembling a variety of cold food items for airline passengers. You will follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and ensure food safety through HACCP practices while maintaining quality and labeling.

You will collaborate with the culinary team to meet menu requirements, manage inventory, track product performance, and seek ways to improve processes.