Food Production Supervisor

LSG Sky Chefs; California (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline catering provider is seeking a Food Production Supervisor in California to oversee a team focused on ensuring quality and timely delivery of food products. The role requires 3-5 years of supervisory experience, a Food Safety Certification (ServSafe Manager), and strong leadership skills. Candidates must be detail-oriented and possess a solid understanding of food production processes and safety regulations. This is an on-site position with a salary range of $71,000 to $80,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in food production.
• Food Safety Certification (ServSafe Manager) required.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of quality products.
• Conduct daily work group meetings.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations.
• Manage productivity hours and costs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food Safety Certification (ServSafe Manager)

Knowledge of Food Production

Problem solving skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to develop and lead others

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Knowledge of FDA regulations

Knowledge of GMP

Knowledge of EPA regulations

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Job Title: Food Production Supervisor
Job Location: Los Angeles-USA-90045
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $71,000.00 - 80,000.00

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Role Purpose Statement

Seeking an outgoing leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys managing a group of employees that are focused on delivering a quality product to our customers. Additionally, this candidate needs to monitor and engage employees in all safety and performance initiatives.

Shift

6pm to 2am with 2 consecutive days off

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

• Three to five years of supervisory experience required
• Must have Food Safety Certification (ServSafe Manager)
• Knowledge of Food Production 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
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications
• Culinary training preferred

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and affirmative action employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.