Assembly Cold Kitchen Lead

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• Complimentary Daily Meals:
  Enjoy FREE breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

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The Cold Kitchen Assembly Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Cold Kitchen Assembly area within a high-volume aviation catering environment. This role leads and supports Cold Kitchen Assembly team members to ensure airline meals are assembled accurately, safely, and on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

The Cold Kitchen Assembly Lead serves as the first point of contact for team members on the floor and is responsible for assigning work, monitoring productivity, training employees, and ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMP, airline specifications, and company policies. This position partners closely with Culinary, Quality Assurance, Operations, and Human Resources to maintain a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Lead daily Cold Kitchen Assembly operations to ensure airline meals are assembled accurately and delivered on schedule.
• Assign workstations and daily responsibilities to Cold Kitchen Assembly team members based on production requirements.
• Monitor production flow and staffing levels to ensure productivity and service level expectations are met.
• Ensure meal trays, salads, desserts, breads, condiments, and other cold food items are assembled according to airline specifications and production schedules.
• Review production charts, diagrams, and work orders to ensure proper quantities and configurations are followed.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.
• Escalate operational issues to management as necessary.
• Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and support to Cold Kitchen Assembly team members.
• Train new employees on airline specifications, food safety requirements, assembly procedures, and operational expectations.
• Monitor employee performance and provide ongoing coaching to improve productivity and accuracy.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
• Assist management with employee performance discussions, attendance concerns, and training opportunities.
• Lead by example and maintain professional standards at all times.

• Ensure strict adherence to HACCP, GMP, food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene requirements.
• Verify products are properly labeled, dated, rotated, and stored according to company standards.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure cold chain integrity is maintained throughout production.
• Conduct routine inspections of workstations to ensure cleanliness and food safety compliance.
• Report food safety concerns, equipment issues, or potential hazards immediately.
• Partner with Quality Assurance during audits, inspections, and corrective action…