Food Safety & Quality Manager

SkyChefs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day 1

Job summary

SkyChefs, a leading aviation catering partner, seeks a Food Safety & Quality Manager for its Minneapolis Customer Service Center near MSP International Airport. This role drives food safety programs, regulatory compliance, and QA across a fast-paced operation serving millions of travelers.

You will lead HACCP, preventive controls, audits, and team development while collaborating with operations and suppliers to deliver safe, high-quality products. Benefits start Day 1.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.
• PCQI and HACCP certifications required.
• 5+ years in Food Safety with at least 2 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of FDA FSMA, cGMP, HACCP and USDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead HACCP and preventive controls programs at the Minneapolis site.
• Oversee audits, inspections and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and coach a high-performing food safety team.
• Maintain FDA FSMA records and environmental monitoring.
• Collaborate with operations and suppliers to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Food Safety Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

HACCP

Quality Assurance

Audit Readiness

Team Management

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Food Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cloud-based systems

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 36 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

As our Food Safety & Quality Manager, you will be the driving force behind food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance at our Minneapolis Customer Service Center. Supporting a fast-paced airline catering operation near MSP International Airport, you will lead HACCP and preventive controls programs, oversee audits and inspections, develop teams, and partner with operations leaders to deliver safe, high-quality products to millions of travelers.

Schedule: Flexibility is needed as we support the airline industry.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, eligible as of Day 1. No waiting periodl

What you will do

Food Safety & Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, local regulations, customer specifications, and internal food safety and quality standards.
• Manage the food safety program, ensuring effective FDA FSMA preventive controls and proper record-keeping.
• Provide technical expertise in HACCP, food safety, sensory evaluations, and quality assessments.
• Conduct monthly food safety assessments, microbiological testing, and review HACCP logs.
• Use checklists to ensure consistent food safety program compliance.
• Support leadership in audit readiness and coach staff for inspections.
• Supervise pest control and related services, investigate food safety issues, and provide customer updates.
• Perform product and service quality checks and collaborate with teams to sustain the food safety program.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, customers, and regulatory authorities.

Reporting

• Monitor and prepare reports for the food safety and quality system.
• Input monthly data into the company portal and maintain updated documentation.
• Collect and track food safety and quality documents like environmental monitoring, sanitation, and safety performance.

Leadership

• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff and maintain a positive, proactive approach.
• Work efficiently in fast-paced environments, demonstrating initiative and independence.
• Analyze food safety and quality reports and take corrective actions.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate food safety staff.
• Support company initiatives like HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, and Global Quality Standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology or related fields.
• Certified Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Five or more years of experience in Food Safety roles with a minimum of 2 years management experience.
• Technical proficiency in the areas such as of food microbiology, food chemistry, food safety, and food regulations.
• Proven understanding of government regulations in relation to food processing as FDA FSMA, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), HACCP regulations and USDA.
• Proven analytical and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be a collaborative leader who inspires, manages, coaches and respects people.
• Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills that combines with an aptitude for multi-tasking.
• Kknowledge of computer skills required, including use of technology (scanners, tablets, printers, copiers, etc.) and Microsoft Office programs, as well as cloud based systems.

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affrightive Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.