Senior Analyst - Catering Data Administration

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Flight privileges

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a Senior Analyst – Catering Data Administration in Chicago. The role governs catering data, ensures data integrity, and supports data-driven decision making across the network.

You will maintain data hierarchies, enforce business rules, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement system improvements. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in data/task execution, Excel expertise, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business Administration or similar discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in data entry, clerical support, and process execution and development, supporting large teams, systems, and operations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong data management and organizational skills.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with remote and international teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain menu specification data across catering management systems to ensure accuracy and reliability for planning and execution.
• Lead end-to-end projects with cross-functional stakeholders to define requirements and implement solutions.
• Conduct data quality audits to identify and remediate inaccuracies and drive continuous improvement in data integrity and compliance.
• Coordinate resolution of system-related issues and monitor progress through resolution including flight regeneration activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

SAP

Coupa

Job description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.

Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.

Description

The Senior Analyst – Catering Data Administration is responsible for the governance, accuracy, integrity, and timely maintenance of catering data, system configurations, and supporting resources within United’s technology platforms that enable catering operations across the network. This role serves as a critical liaison between operational and business stakeholders by ensuring the availability of reliable, accurate, and current data required to support the successful execution of catering services systemwide. The position is accountable for the development and maintenance of hierarchical data structures, business rules, and system codes that support operational planning, service delivery, reporting, and supplier payment processes. Additionally, the Senior Analyst oversees system administration, documentation, compliance requirements, and data quality initiatives while partnering with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, data integrity, and business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain menu specification data within United’s catering management systems, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of information used to support catering operations. Ensure data is maintained in accordance with established business standards and provide reliable information that enables effective operational planning, service delivery, and execution of catering programs across the network.
• Lead end-to-end projects independently by collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to define requirements, establish effective processes, resolve business gaps, and implement solutions that drive operational efficiency and support strategic business objectives.
• Conduct data quality audits to identify, analyze, and remediate inaccuracies and inconsistencies within system data. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve root causes, implement sustainable corrective measures, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance data accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
• Manage the resolution of system-related issues by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to identify root causes, coordinate corrective actions, and monitor progress through resolution. Execute flight regeneration activities within the catering management system as required to ensure operational accuracy and continuity.

Note: This is a Chicago-based hybrid role with in-office requirements 50% of the time. This role will also travel up to 30% of the time (domestic and international).

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business Administration or similar discipline
• 2+ years of experience in data entry, clerical support, and process execution and development, supporting large teams, systems, and operations
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong data management and organizational skills
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with remote and international teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Degree in Business Administration or a similar discipline in Hospitality, Catering / Food Services or Airline Industry
• Knowledge of catering or airline operations
• Basic understanding of Python
• Continuous improvement experience
• Experience working with information management systems, such as Oracle, CAE, Coupa, SAP, or similar platforms

• Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Apply critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies for responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request accommodation.

The base pay range for this role is $81,795.00 to $106,602.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• accident & disability
• parental leave
• employee assistance program
• commuter
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• flight privileges

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]