Operations Supervisor (Equipment and Sanitation)

LSG Sky Chefs group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LSG Sky Chefs is hiring an Operations Supervisor for Equipment and Sanitation in San Francisco. You will oversee E&S staff, ensure sanitation compliance, and manage equipment flow to keep production efficient. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced aviation catering environment.

Strong HACCP knowledge, 1–3+ years in food production, and proven team leadership are essential. On-site work, daily huddles, and a focus on safety and productivity are required.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years in a food production environment.
• Strong HACCP knowledge and food safety regulations.
• Excellent problem solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and production management systems.
• Experience leading teams and managing schedules in manufacturing or distribution.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and lead under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and schedule E&S staff to meet daily output goals.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain equipment.
• Identify bottlenecks, document processes, and implement improvements.
• Oversee equipment and sanitation operations, maintaining quality and timely delivery.
• Run daily huddles to keep the team aligned.
• Enforce HACCP, FDA, USDA, OSHA regulations and proper temperature controls.
• Optimize staffing and schedules to hit productivity and cost goals.
• Implement solutions to improve workflow and reduce waste.
• Ensure flights are catered accurately and on schedule.
• Contribute to special projects and company initiatives.
• Motivate, coach, and develop the team per company values.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production management systems

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operations Supervisor (Equipment and Sanitation) (8347)

Requisition ID8347-Posted09/25/2026-San Francisco-Operations-CA-LSG Sky Chefs

Job Title:Operations Supervisor (Equipment and Sanitation)
Job Location:San Francisco-USA-94128
Work Location Type:On-Site
Salary Range:$75,000.00 - 85,000.00

About us

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

The Equipment & Sanitation (E&S) Supervisor is responsible for overseeing equipment flow and deliveries to all departments, ensuring equipment is cleaned properly and delivered in a timely manner. This role plays a critical part in maintaining operational efficiency, food safety, and sanitation standards throughout the facility.

We are seeking a proactive leader who can balance people management, operational execution, and sanitation compliance while ensuring equipment availability and workflow efficiency across the operation.

Main Accountabilities

How You'll Make a Difference

• Supervise, train, and schedule E&S production staff to meet daily output goals.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and ensure proper maintenance of equipment.
• Identify bottlenecks, document processes, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee the equipment and sanitation operations, maintaining quality control, and ensuring on-time delivery
• Run daily huddles to keep everyone focused and energized
• Enforce strict adherence to HACCP, FDA, USDA, and OSHA regulations, ensuring proper temperature controls and hygiene.
• Optimize staffing and schedules to hit productivity and cost goals
• Implement innovative solutions to improve workflow and reduce waste
• Ensure every flight is catered accurately and on schedule
• Jump in on special projects and company initiatives to make an impact
• Motivate, coach, and develop your team while living our company values

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

• 1-3+ years in a food production environment
• Strong understanding of HACCP protocols, and food safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and production management systems
• Experience leading teams and managing schedules in a manufacturing or distribution setting with a hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and lead under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.

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