Food Operations Supervisor — Quality, Safety & Cost Control

Gategroup; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k with company match

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision plans

Disability insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Weekly pay for union employees

Free hot meals for unit operations

Job summary

Gate Gourmet is seeking a skilled supervisor to lead a 30+ hourly team in a high-volume food service operation. You will ensure HACCP, FDA compliance, safety and quality standards while controlling labor and food costs in line with company policies.

Responsibilities include preparing management reports, coaching staff, maintaining logs, and coordinating with HR. A strong leader with experience in food production and airline catering is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering.
• Ability to manage a staff of 30+ hourly employees.
• Must obtain ServSafe Certification; ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees to ensure security, safety, food specs and QA per HACCP and FDA rules.
• Control labor and food costs per company specs.
• Prepare management reports on attendance, HAACCP and labor.
• Ensure compliance with airline specifications and internal policies.
• Coach, counsel and take corrective action; coordinate with HR.
• Train staff on procedures to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
• Maintain logs and reports; manage shift staffing and scheduling.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and safety; enforce rest and meal breaks.
• Oversee performance evaluations and union compliance as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Food safety

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ServSafe

Job description

Gate Gourmet is seeking a skilled supervisor to lead a 30+ hourly team in a high-volume food service operation. You will ensure HACCP, FDA compliance, safety and quality standards while controlling labor and food costs in line with company policies.

Responsibilities include preparing management reports, coaching staff, maintaining logs, and coordinating with HR. A strong leader with experience in food production and airline catering is preferred.