Food Production Logistics Manager - Airline Catering

Job Title: Food Production Logistics Manager - Airline Catering
Job Location: Philadelphia-USA-19153
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $90,000.

About us

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 2023 and 2024, 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.

Role Purpose Statement

As a key operational leader, you will oversee multiple shifts and teams in a high-volume, time-sensitive production environment. Your role is pivotal in driving food safety, operational efficiency, and service excellence while managing budgets, performance, and compliance. You will lead strategic initiatives that optimize processes, reduce waste, and elevate customer satisfaction.

This position is ideal for a results-driven leader with expertise in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and large-scale production management.

Main Accountabilities

• Lead & Inspire: Manage and develop a team of supervisors and frontline employees to consistently achieve production targets and service standards.
• Strategic Operations: Plan and execute departmental strategies for labor management, scheduling, productivity, quality, and safety.
• Process Optimization: Implement Lean principles to streamline workflows, minimize waste, and improve efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives using tools like 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis to enhance operational performance.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure adherence to FDA, HACCP, GMP, and customer specifications.
• Budget & Metrics: Own departmental budgets, inventory control, and productivity KPIs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams and airline clients to deliver exceptional service and operational excellence.
• Leadership Engagement: Participate in daily leadership briefings and act as a key driver of performance improvement.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 5–7 years of leadership experience in food production, catering, or high-volume manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;
  Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Proven success in implementing Lean manufacturing and process improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of FDA, HACCP, GMP, and compliance standards.
• Experience with Variable Production Systems (VPS) or similar methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management systems.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.