Quality Assurance Coordinator - Food Safety - HOURLY Position
LSG Sky Chefs
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Position Overview
The Quality Assurance Coordinator - Food Safety plays a pivotal role in upholding the excellence and integrity of SkyChefs' food products and services. This position is key in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining advanced quality systems that ensure strict adherence to all regulatory requirements (FDA, USDA, HACCP) and exceed customer expectations. By fostering a culture centered on quality and food safety, the Coordinator ensures the delivery of exceptional culinary experiences, creating memorable dining moments for airline passengers across the globe. This role is integral in protecting our brand’s reputation and driving continuous improvement within our operations.
- Work location: onsite @ our kitchen facility near George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- Work schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, off on Sunday and Monday.
- Fri/Sat: 4:30am-12pm
- Tues/Wed: 3pm-11:30pm
- Thur: 10am-6:30pm
- This is a full time, hourly paid posiiton
- Our facility operates 24/7, 365
What You'll Do
Maintain required records and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Quality and GQS programs, including food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance (FDA, state, and local health agencies)
Monitor daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for compliance
Verify cooler and freezer temperatures to ensure compliance
Perform environmental swabs and microbiological sampling; submit samples for lab analysis
Collect and review product samples to ensure compliance with specifications
Support the Quality Manager with training and initiatives to improve food safety, quality, and sanitation
Conduct workstation inspections to ensure compliance with standards, including HACCP, food temperatures, sanitizer levels, and setup requirements
Perform portion control and weight checks against specifications
Conduct inspections across operations (dispatch, galley, bonded/non-bonded areas, equipment)
Verify HACCP logs and related documentation for accuracy and completeness
Create and maintain reports, trending charts, and training materials
Ensure compliance with USDA regulated garbage standards and train employees as needed
Provide oversight support to commissary (jump-off) locations
Train hourly employees as required
Perform additional duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related certification preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in Quality Assurance or Food Safety within the food industry
- Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience maintaining trending charts and SOPs, and using tools such as calculators, weight scales, thermometers, metal detectors, ATP testing equipment, and mechanical food portioning/processing equipment
- Strong mathematical, analytical, verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, act as a liaison for the Supervisor, and demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work in cold environments (below 40°F)
- Ability to lift/push a minimum of 25 lbs
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays
SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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About LSG Sky Chefs
LSG Sky Chefs is the market leader in airline catering, offering solutions for complete catering programs, including full-tray menus, premium dining onboard, last-mile logistics, crew training, and onboard retail.