Food Production Operations Supervisor

MSP Airport; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyChefs is looking for an Operations Supervisor to join their Food Production team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The ideal candidate should have 2-5 years of supervisory experience in food production, excellent leadership abilities, and a solid understanding of safety and regulatory compliance including OSHA and FDA regulations.

The role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring timely delivery of services, and developing staff in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values culinary excellence and offers opportunities for growth!

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of supervisory experience in food production or manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Ability to guide and motivate staff towards productivity goals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and organize daily operations within the food production team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety regulations.
• Lead staff and drive performance improvements.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

OSHA knowledge

FDA regulations knowledge

GMP knowledge

EPA knowledge

Job description

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

We are seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to join our Food production team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food production industry and possess excellent leadership and supervisory skills to oversee daily operations efficiently.

Main Accountabilities

Supervisor Responsibility

• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed and that all delivery times are being met timely
• Conduct daily work group meetings
• Schedule and control staff to meet labor productivity and overtime targets
• Ensure compliance with all government regulatory agencies standards (example: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Administration (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), etc.)
• Document and follow up on all department processes in order to implement improvements
• Ensure on-time and accurate production and/or catering of all flights
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
• Other duties as deemed necessary

Leadership

• Guide, motivate and develop staff within the Human Resources policies
• Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Manage productivity hours and costs in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety and Production systems

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Two to five years of supervisory in food production, manufacturing or related work experience required
• Problem solving and leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results & achieve productivity goals
• Working knowledge of OSHA, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), FDA, USDA and EPA regulations
• Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required along with the ability to multi-task

SkyChefs is an EEO and affirmative action employer of women/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilities.