Airport Kitchen Manager: Lead Culinary Team & Guest Experience

Tailwind Concessions; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company (匹

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (

Job summary

Tailwind Concessions in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead line operations, mentor a culinary team, and elevate food quality and guest service. You will manage daily prep, inventory, and labor while ensuring safety and compliance in a fast-paced airport dining environment.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years of culinary leadership, a current ServSafe Manager Certification, and the ability to pass an airport background check.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional culinary experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Current ServSafe Manager Certification is required.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive airport security background check and badging.
• Stand and walk for 8 hours; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; flexibility for travel schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team; partner with General Manager to inspire and retain staff.
• Train, mentor, and coach staff for food quality, efficiency, and guest care.
• Create fair schedules aligned with labor targets and flight volumes.
• Oversee daily prep, maintain recipe standards, and monitor service pace.
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and waste reduction.
• Ensure safety, health regulations, and equipment maintenance compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Food Quality

Guest Experience

Inventory Management

Cost Control

Safety

Compliance

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Tailwind Concessions in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead line operations, mentor a culinary team, and elevate food quality and guest service. You will manage daily prep, inventory, and labor while ensuring safety and compliance in a fast-paced airport dining environment.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years of culinary leadership, a current ServSafe Manager Certification, and the ability to pass an airport background check.