We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

The position is responsible for maintaining production standards to meet customer’s requirements, which duties include scheduling, communication, productivity, labor controls and efficiency standards. Must ensure quality and customer service is maintained at the highest level on a daily basis.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinates services between the kitchen and drivers, while controlling activities on the receiving dockCreates assignments for team drivers and assignments to flightsChecks dock area to ensure employees have all required equipment and that trucks leave according to schedule dock departureCreates labor forecastsEnsures all teams are catering correct aircraft and flightsEnsures employees are in compliance with safety proceduresAssists teams with late flights and equipment changesResponsible for getting information from other airlines for serviceMaintains radio contact with superintendent, meal planner and leads during operation.

Qualifications

Education:

High School degree or GED requiredSome college preferred. 

Work Experience:

Must have 3-5 years of supervisory/management experienceExperience with scheduling and forecasting labor preferredIn-flight catering experience or experience in a high-volume food service industry highly desirableMust have strong and effective leadership skills and have successfully managed a staff of 20-30Current or previous labor relations experience is a plus.

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

Ability to handle multiple tasks without losing priorityCandidate should be comfortable with all levels of employees and have the ability to drive positive program changeMust be innovative in making changes to the operation as needed to further improve the work environment and unit performanceBasic computer skills requiredPossess strong organizational, analytical, communication and leadership.Valid Driver’s License

Language / Communication Skills:

Bi-lingual is a plus

Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility: Unit

Type of Employment: Full-time

Travel %: Up to 10%

Exemption Classification: Exempt

Internal Relationships: Unit employees

External Relationships: Customers

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job:

Regularly stands, walks, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 10+ hourIn a normal production kitchen facility there may be physical discomfort due to temperature and noiseAbility to lift, push, pull or maneuver 50-75 lbsAbility to work outdoors 75-80% of the timeAbility to work at heights at or above 50 feet.

Budget / Revenue Responsibility: (Local Currency)

Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title): Dir, Transport or General Manager

Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): 

Number of Direct Reports: varies by unit size (up to 150+)

Number of Dotted Line Reports:

Estimated Total Size of Team: up to 150+

gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skillsEngaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing PeopleInspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectivelyAchieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

We treat each other with respect and we act with integrityWe communicate and keep each other informedWe put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a teamWe have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little detailsWe foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakesWe do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do itWe care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.  In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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We anticipate that this job will close on:

11/15/2024

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