Food Production Supervisor at dnata

El Segundo, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Production, Team Management, Food Safety, HACCP, Inventory Management, Production Planning, Problem Solving, Communication, Culinary Knowledge, Organizational Skills, Quality Control, Time Management, Collaboration, Flexibility, Attention to Detail

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Overview We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Food Production Supervisor to cover a LOA, candidates must be available for up to 6 months to join our El Segundo, CA team. Key Responsibilities as a Food Production Supervisor for dnata Catering, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient and high-quality production of food items for airline passengers. Your main role will be to manage and lead a team of production staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants, in executing food preparation, cooking, and packaging processes. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and culinary team to ensure that all meals are prepared according to established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards. Additionally, you will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the highest levels of food safety and hygiene, strictly following industry regulations and guidelines. Your expertise in production planning, inventory management, and kitchen operations will be essential in optimizing workflow, reducing waste, and maximizing productivity. You will also collaborate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of ingredients and materials necessary for production. As a Food Production Manager, your strong organizational and problem-solving skills will be crucial in addressing any operational challenges and ensuring smooth operations. By maintaining a high level of quality control and efficiency, you will contribute significantly to the success and reputation of dnata Catering. What We Offer? $$62,000 - $75,000 Comprehensive FREE Benefits Package: Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift Why Join dnata Catering? Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission to deliver on the promises our customers make, guided by our values of safety, respect, teamwork, and innovation. Career Growth & Recognition: Accelerate your career with structured development programs, mentorship, and our Najm recognition platform that celebrates performance and service excellence. Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, people-first environment where your voice matters, your contributions are valued, and your future is supported. Employment Eligibility Disclosure: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. This position is not eligible for company visa sponsorship, and dnata Catering will not provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you meet these work authorization requirements Accepting Applications: 1/23/2026 You Will ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and motivate the AM or PM food production team. Safeguard on time performance Develop and streamline process, e.g., accessibility, availability, cost, quality, and production assurance. Guarantee systems for best productivity. Attend food tasting sessions as required. Adhere to food safety compliance, HACCP regulations, Medina, FDA, dnata's internal rules and regulations. Manage day-to-day food production Supervisors / and assembly room staff. Guide communications to ensure food cost goals and on-time delivery of finished product are guaranteed. Plan assigned work to ensure on-time delivery of finish product. Manage multiple priorities and meet frequent short timeline goals and deadlines. Calculate labor standards according to flight production schedules and meal order volumes (shift schedules) Stay within budgeted labor goals (total head count, regular working hours, overtime) Identify problematic areas and suggest solutions within the consigned sector to Production or Operation Manager / General Manager Present solutions to Supervisors / Department Heads and Management Employee is regularly exposed to extreme cold (35-40 Degrees). Nonessential functions: Other duties as assigned. You Have EDUCATION: Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3+ years’ experience in the field of manufacturing and manufacturing processes, preferable complex food production environments: e.g., airline catering. QUALIFICATIONS: knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel 3+ years’ experience in the field of manufacturing and manufacturing processes, preferable complex food production environments: e.g., airline catering Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. High end food knowledge is an asset but not a must. Proficient culinary knowledge of terms, procedures, and practices. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Flexibility to perform assigned tasks independently or as part of a work team. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and general food safety standards knowledge is required. Experienced professional with excellent written and verbal communications skills, and ability to interact and work well with a diverse group of people and departmental functions inside the organization. Intellectual/Social demands: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Follows through on tasks given and goes above and beyond in delivering internally as well to external parties. Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly. Work environment: The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud. dnata’s Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job: There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can: our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects: Delivering: Does what they say they will. And they balance the needs of our customers' needs with our business's needs. Drive Always gets the job done. And still put the needs of our business first. Open to opportunity: Adapts when plans change. Is open to new ideas. Makes suggestions that will help shape our culture. Business thinking: Understand our business. Uses this understanding in their day-to-day work and plans for the future. Collaborate: Look for solutions that work for themselves, their team, and the whole organization. Engaging others: Acts in a way that gets others on board – and when things don’t go to plan, they deal with conflict in the right way. Provide direction: Share plans with others. Tracks how each project is progressing. Gives constructive feedback during, and after, each project. Developing talent: Self-aware. Always learning. Always developing. And always helping others to develop, too. Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position: Employees at dnata are expected to live our Values of Safety and Security, performance-driven, Service Excellence, Delighting Customers, Imagination, and respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone: We put safety and security first in all our actions. We will set challenging goals and meet them. We deliver to a consistently high quality. We take ownership and responsibility of a situation until it is resolved. We are not afraid of failure and learn through our mistakes. We respect each other regardless of background. Diversity Matters We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata. Notice Regarding Background Checks in CaliforniaPursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code §1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report (background check) on applicants or employees for employment purposes. Such a report may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living.You have the right, upon written request, to receive a copy of any report obtained and a summary of your rights under California law. You also have the right to inspect or obtain a copy of your file maintained by the consumer reporting agency that prepares such reports, as provided under Cal. Civ. Code §1786.22.

Responsibilities

The Food Production Supervisor will oversee the efficient production of food items for airline passengers, managing a team of production staff. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with food safety standards and optimizing workflow to maximize productivity.