Overnight Cabin Supervisor

Menzies Aviation LATAM; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation LATAM in Burlingame, CA is seeking a Cabin Cleaning Agent Supervisor to oversee aircraft interiors, ensure sanitation, and prepare cabins to airline standards. The role supervises cleaners, enforces PPE use, and ensures timely, quality turnovers.

You will lead staff, schedule shifts, perform inspections, and coordinate with airline reps to meet tight turnaround deadlines while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• One year of lead or supervisory experience in cabin cleaning, janitorial, airline, or airport operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily aircraft cabin cleaning operations.
• Assign work duties and monitor employee performance to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Ensure aircraft cabins, galleys, lavatories, seat areas, and crew compartments are cleaned and sanitized properly.
• Conduct inspections of completed cleaning to ensure compliance with standards.
• Train, coach, and mentor cabin cleaning staff on safety procedures and cleaning standards.
• Monitor staffing levels and assist with scheduling and shift coverage as needed.
• Coordinate with airline representatives, airport operations teams, and management to support goals.
• Complete operational reports, inspections, and documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Multitasking

Safety Compliance

Shift Scheduling

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Job Details

Description

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

The Cabin Cleaning Agent Supervisor is responsible for overseeing cabin cleaning operations to ensure aircraft interiors are cleaned, sanitized, and prepared according to airline standards, safety regulations, and operational timelines. This role supervises cabin cleaning staff, monitors productivity and quality, and ensures compliance with company policies and airport procedures.

What You Will Be Doing

• Supervise and coordinate daily aircraft cabin cleaning operations
• Assign work duties and monitor employee performance to ensure operational efficiency and quality standards are met
• Ensure aircraft cabins, galleys, lavatories, seat areas, and crew compartments are cleaned and sanitized properly
• Conduct inspections of completed aircraft cleaning to ensure compliance with airline and company standards
• Train, coach, and mentor cabin cleaning employees on safety procedures, cleaning standards, and operational expectations
• Monitor staffing levels and assist with scheduling and shift coverage as needed
• Ensure employees follow all safety procedures, security regulations, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Respond to operational changes, flight delays, and quick-turn aircraft requirements efficiently
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and report maintenance issues promptly
• Address employee concerns, attendance issues, and performance matters professionally
• Coordinate with airline representatives, airport operations teams, and management to support operational goals
• Complete operational reports, inspections, and documentation accurately and timely
• Perform other duties as requested

Safety, Security, Wellbeing And Compliance

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What We Are Looking For

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• HS Diploma or GED
• One (1) year of aircraft cabin cleaning, janitorial, airline, or airport operations experience
• Minimum one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to multitask and make decisions in a fast-paced operational environment
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Airline or Airport Operations leadership experience
• Airport ramp and aircraft cabin environment
• Exposure to noise, cleaning chemicals, and varying weather conditions
• Fast-paced operational setting with strict turnaround deadlines
• Requires standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting throughout shift
• Possess the tact to deal with all levels of employees and client representatives
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to bend, kneel, climb, and reach frequently
• Ability to work inside aircraft cabins and confined spaces safely
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug test
• DMV check may be required
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English
• Must meet necessary requirements to obtain a security sensitive identification badge
• Must be able to verbally direct in English
• Must have good hearing and vision
• May be required to work weekends, overnight shifts and holidays
• Treat all information as confidential

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.