Airport Kitchen Leader: Scale & Elevate Multi-Brand Dining

SSP America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

SSP America at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the line across multiple brands, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced airport setting. The role emphasizes cost controls, team development, and operational leadership in a high-volume environment.

The candidate should have substantial leadership experience, culinary background, and a track record of scaling operations within a multi-brand concept.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in food and beverage leadership.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a kitchen manager leading culinary operations.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong understanding of cost controls, safety, and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Control food and labor costs to meet or exceed targets.
• Supervise BOH operations with a sharp eye for quality and efficiency.
• Oversee hiring, training, scheduling, and team development.
• Monitor HACCP and state safety standards.
• Partner with brand chefs on menu development and execution.
• Prepare for catering events and special functions.
• Lead by example in a fast-paced, guest-forward airport environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost controls

Kitchen operations

Brand collaboration

Food & beverage leadership

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent

Job description

SSP America at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the line across multiple brands, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced airport setting. The role emphasizes cost controls, team development, and operational leadership in a high-volume environment.

The candidate should have substantial leadership experience, culinary background, and a track record of scaling operations within a multi-brand concept.