Food Operations Supervisor

Job Title:Food Operations Supervisor
Job Location:Portland-USA-97218
Work Location Type:On-Site
Salary Range:$63,277.

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for three consecutive years 2023, 2024, and 2025 we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

The Food Production Supervisor leads a high‑performing team in a fast‑paced catering environment, providing clear direction, coaching, and daily motivation to ensure operational excellence. This role oversees the accurate and timely preparation and assembly of in‑flight meals while maintaining strict compliance with all food safety and regulatory standards, including HACCP, OSHA, and USDA requirements. The supervisor drives continuous improvement by enhancing processes, promoting a strong safety culture, and ensuring all products meet the company’s quality expectations.

Additionally, this position manages labor scheduling, productivity, and cost efficiency, while hosting daily team meetings to align staff, reinforce performance goals, and foster a collaborative, supportive work environment.

• Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, & and a variety of voluntary benefits. (ELIGIBLE DAY 1!)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) including company match
• Free Meals & Parking
• Membership to American Airlines Credit Union
• Opportunities for Advancement

• Lead with Impact :
  Directly oversee food production team (including leads and runners, across hot and cold food prep areas).
• Drive Production Excellence :
  Ensure meals are prepped, portioned, and assembled to gold standard specifications (FIFO, allergen control, HACCP compliance, quality checks with scales and sample plates).
• Oversee Shift Operations : fr om preparing meals for evening flights to large-scale operations .
• Be Hands-On :
  Conduct roll calls, walk the floor, monitor prep stations, and reinforce food safety and quality standards.
• Manage Efficiency :
  Oversee scheduling, labor planning, inventory, and timely routing to meet flight deadlines.
• Collaborate Across Teams :
  Partner with fellow supervisors, production leads, and warehouse teams (pick, pack, ship) to ensure seamless operations.

• A bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent knowledge and 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Leadership and problem-solving abilities to inspire teams and achieve operational goals.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with safety and regulatory standards (OSHA, USDA, FDA, EPA).
• A Passion for Excellence: A commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency in everything you do .

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