Airport Tower Representative - Catering Operations on, Tower

2139 Gate Gourmet, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401k with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Weekly pay

Job summary

Gate Gourmet in Los Angeles handles primary representation in the Airport Tower for our major customer operations, coordinating gate changes, aircraft swaps, and delays. You will analyze flight data, monitor timelines, and collaborate with dispatch and catering teams to minimize disruption.

The role requires strong communication and decision-making under pressure, with a focus on delivering reliable service and maintaining customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in a customer service role; 1 year directing others; airline industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes data from computer screens and informs dispatch and catering teams of airline changes.
• Monitors arrival/departure times and ensures flights are completed as assigned.
• Monitors ramp drivers’ times and alerts management when delays affect departures.
• Monitors international strips; provides timely information to SOC.
• Makes operational decisions and communicates with transportation teams on the field.
• Partners with the Department Manager in delay discussions and researches delay contests.

Skills

Data analysis

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Ramp driving

Problem solving

Data compilation

Education

HS diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. Position is responsible for serving as unit’s primary representative working in the Airport Tower for our major customer's operations where the decisions such as gate changes, aircraft swaps, and delays are made.

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate: $65,000 - $75,000 per Year Benefits Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts Weekly pay for union employees

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzes data from custom computer screens and proactively communicates airline changes and updates to the unit dispatch and catering teams.
• Monitors airline arrival and departure times and ensures catering teams complete flights as assigned.
• Monitors driver’s kitchen department time, alerts unit management when on time departure is in jeopardy and when drivers are late off aircraft, delaying return to unit.
• Monitors international strips via Prism camera; provides accurate and timely information regarding the operation to the SOC.
• Makes some operational decisions and communicates directly to transportation teams on the field.
• Partners with Department Manager to be the voice for the company in delay discussions, and conducts the research needed when contesting a delay.
• Tracks all flight, gate, meal order and other changes in flights.
• Serves as back up supervisor when that individual is on the ramp by relaying changes in flights to drivers on the ramp, directing work flow and resolving customer problems.
• Checks that drivers have completed their run sheets accurately and that all times, aircraft changes, service levels and quantities meet customer specifications.
• Answers and logs customer calls, concerns and complaints and makes recommendations to resolve on-going issues.

Qualifications

Education: H.S. diploma required Associate’s degree preferred

Work Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience working in a customer service capacity required 1 year experience directing the work of others Experience working in the airline industry is preferred

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) Basic computer skills Able to drive on the ramp Able to multi-task in a dynamic customer environment Detail oriented Strong customer service skills Able to keep calm in high pressure environment Able to work with a minimum of supervision/off-site environment Able to make independent decisions Able to compile data from multiple sources with a high degree of accuracy Able to communicate status changes to all parties in a timely manner Driven to document and improve processes Able to develop rapport with major client

Language / Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility: Unit

Type of Employment: Full time

Travel %: N/A

Exemption Classification: Exempt

Internal Relationships

Drivers, dispatchers and the catering teams

External Relationships

Airline Customers

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job

Work in the airport Tower. This position will rotate periodically between day shift, night shift and vacation relief.

Budget / Revenue Responsibility

N/A

Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title): Director or Manager, Ops Transport

Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): N/A

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0

Estimated Total Size of Team: 1 gategroup

Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job

• Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
• Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
• Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
• Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

• We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
• We communicate and keep each other informed
• We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
• We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
• We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
• We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
• We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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We anticipate that this job will close on: 11/07/2026

gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment. For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com.