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Job Title: Account Supervisor - Airline Catering/Operations
Job Location: Austin-USA-78719
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $57,000.00 - 71,000.00

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.

Position Overview

The Account Supervisor is a central force connecting the kitchen/Customer Service Center (CSC) with our airline partners, driving smooth communication, flawless coordination, and exceptional service delivery. In this high-impact role, you’ll tackle performance challenges head‑on, respond quickly to customer needs, and champion collaboration across internal teams to keep operations running at peak efficiency.


A standout responsibility of this position is leading and orchestrating menu presentations showcasing our culinary capabilities while ensuring every detail meets client expectations and operational standards. As an Account Supervisor, you play a pivotal role in elevating service excellence, strengthening customer relationships, and contributing directly to the ongoing success of our airline partnerships.


  • Work location: onsite @ our Sky Chefs facility @ Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
  • Work schedule: Monday-Friday however must be flexible to work outside of standard business hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary + Annual Incentive Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision – starts Day 1
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement – support for professional development
  • Free Parking & Daily Meals

What You'll Do

Account Management

  • Develop and maintain an excellent relationship with the assigned account(s) and act as a liaison between the CSC, the airline and the Key Account Manager
  • Ensure accurate billing and provisioning to the airline
  • Maintain daily par levels and inventory control in accordance with customer standards
  • Ensure equipment inventory is taken in a timely and accurate manner
  • Ensure the on time departure of all flights using catering guidelines
  • Support the respective departments regarding all airline cycle changes
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with customer specifications and equipment, policies and procedures (Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) etc.) in cooperation with the responsible Quality Manager
  • Maintain customer specifications and monitor changes
  • Ensure that the airlines measurement system is taken into account in each department
  • Coordinate and participate in all CSC evaluations by the customer. Distribute evaluation feedback to department Managers and ensure response is provided in a timely manner
  • Monitor and ensure CSC compliance with the airlines safety expectations
  • Develop, document and maintain flight attendant comment and delay database
  • Support the Executive chef in menu presentations as needed. Assist in Chef tables
  • Track quality scores
  • Ensure par levels of customer inventory and customer specific goods
  • Participate in special customer projects


Leadership

  • Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
  • Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy
  • Participates in coaching the expanded Global Performance System (GPS) process, as well as additional career development activities to enhance the effectiveness and potential of the team
  • Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
  • Plan / Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
  • Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standard (GQS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety

What We Look For in a Candidate

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • 2+ years of experience in account management or business operations.
  • Bilingual a plus but not required.
  • Experience in large-scale, diverse, operations-focused environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and drive outcomes without direct authority.
  • Strong presentation, communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to understand and meet customer expectations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of product and labor cost drivers, with a track record of analyzing and managing cost variances.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other Windows-based applications.

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

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