Airport Catering Driver

Wearegat; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Café in Columbus, OH is seeking reliable Transport Drivers to support daily flight operations at OHCMH. You will gather equipment, stage carts, verify catering loads, and deliver to aircraft under time-sensitive conditions.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading catering products, securing units for aircraft, returning inbound carts to the flight kitchen, and coordinating with Customer Service, flight attendants, and airport staff while complying with safety and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and obtain medical certificate.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background checks, including TSA/Customs where required.
• Ability to lift, push, pull 75+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Gather and stage all necessary equipment and carts for assigned flights.
• Verify flight documentation to ensure correct items are loaded and delivered.
• Safely load, transport, and unload catering products to and from aircraft.
• Position catering units at aircraft, secure work platforms, and follow loading/unloading procedures.
• Retrieve inbound carts and return them to the flight kitchen.
• Communicate with Customer Service, flight attendants, and airport staff to resolve issues.
• Adhere to safety, PPE, and SOPs; work in a time-sensitive environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safe driving practices

Team collaboration

Tools

Radio communication

Job description

OHCMH - AA, 4760 E. Fifth Ave., Columbus, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Sky Café is seeking reliable and safety-focused Transport Drivers to support daily flight operations. In this role, you will be responsible for staging equipment, transporting catering products to aircraft, and retrieving inbound carts in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment.

Position Overview

Transport Drivers gather all required equipment for assigned flights, verify catering loads against flight documentation, deliver products safely to aircraft, and return inbound carts to the flight kitchen. This role requires strong attention to detail, safe driving practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with airline and airport personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Gather and stage all necessary equipment and carts for assigned flights

Verify flight documentation to ensure correct items are loaded and delivered

Safely load, transport, and unload catering products to and from aircraft

Position catering units at aircraft, secure work platforms, and follow all loading and unloading procedures

Retrieve inbound carts and return them to the flight kitchen

Communicate and coordinate with Customer Service team members, flight attendants, and airport operations staff to identify and resolve issues

Comply with all standard operating procedures related to driving, equipment operation, and aircraft servicing

Work in a time-sensitive environment to ensure all products meet required ready times

Follow all safety, security, and PPE requirements at all times

Requirements & Qualifications

Licensing & Screening

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Ability to pass a DOT physical and obtain/maintain a valid medical certificate

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, participate in random drug testing, and successfully complete a criminal background check, including TSA and Customs clearance requirements

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 75+ pounds

Ability to safely climb up and down catering trucks and enter/exit the catering box of a high-lift truck while maintaining three points of contact and adhering to all established safety guidelines

Ability to work safely from heights

Ability to stand, walk, and remain active for 8+ hour shifts

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, and extreme heat, with appropriate protective clothing

Ability to work safely using required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, hearing protection, goggles, and other required gear

Flexibility to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnights

Reliable attendance is essential to the successful performance of this role

Compliance

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Sky Café rules and regulations to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the flight kitchen and aircraft catering services.

OHCMH - AA, 4760 E. Fifth Ave., Columbus, Ohio, United States of America