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Airline Catering Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Airline Catering Delivery Driver at Sacramento Airport Responsibilities and Duties Setting up carts Loading catering equipment onto delivery trucks Driving catering truck to airplane Loading the ...

$57K - $71K/yr

Transportation Supervisor - Airline Catering Job Location: Raleigh-USA-27560 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $57,000.00 - 71,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary ...

$16 - $22/hr

Purchasing Clerk - Airline Catering Job Location: Baltimore-USA-21240 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $16.00 - 22.00 per hour About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to ...

Sous Chef - Airline Catering

Manchaca, TX · On-site

$57K - $71K/yr

Sous Chef - Airline Catering Job Location: Austin-USA-78719 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $57,000.00 - 71,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights.

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Sous Chef - Airline Catering Job Location: Austin-USA-78719 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $57,000.00 - 71,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights.

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Sous Chef - Airline Catering

Austin, TX · On-site

$57K - $71K/yr

Sous Chef - Airline Catering Job Location: Austin-USA-78719 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $57,000.00 - 71,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights.

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How much do airline catering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for airline catering in the United States is $78,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an airline catering?

An airline catering job involves preparing, packaging, and delivering meals, beverages, and other in-flight services for airlines. Workers in this field may be responsible for cooking, assembling meal trays, loading food onto aircraft, and ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards. Airline catering staff work in airport kitchens, catering units, or logistics teams to ensure that passengers receive fresh and high-quality meals during their flights. The job requires attention to detail, efficiency, and adherence to airline regulations.

What does an airline catering worker do?

A typical day in Airline Catering involves preparing and packing meals, ensuring food safety standards are met, managing inventory, and coordinating with kitchen staff and delivery teams to meet flight schedules. You will often work in shifts to accommodate varying flight departure times, and tasks may include portioning food, handling special dietary requests, and maintaining cleanliness in work areas. Teamwork is crucial, as you’ll collaborate closely with chefs, logistics staff, and quality control inspectors. The role can be fast-paced, especially during peak travel periods, but offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for those who enjoy operational challenges and working behind the scenes to support the airline industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed for airline catering?

To thrive in Airline Catering, you need strong organizational skills, attention to hygiene and detail, and familiarity with food safety regulations, often supported by a background in food service or hospitality. Experience with inventory management systems, food preparation equipment, and HACCP certification is typically advantageous. Excellent teamwork, time management, and adaptability under pressure help you excel in this fast-paced environment. These skills are essential to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality meal service for airlines, supporting both client satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

What qualifications do you need for airline catering?

Airline catering staff typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may require food safety certifications. Good communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and physical stamina are also important for roles in airline catering.

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Infographic showing various Airline Catering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,295 per year, or $37.6 per hour.

JCSI - Sky Chefs Airline Catering Driver

SkyChefs

Dallas, TX

$23.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

The Customer Service Airline Catering Driver is responsible for catering aircraft and transporting meals/beverage/equipment to assign flights. They are in charge of providing excellent customer airline service. Must have the ability to follow direction, meet tight deadlines, and interact/communicate with vendor airline crew as necessary.

Qualifications
  • Must have a Commercial Drivers License (Class A or B)
  • Ability to speak, read and understand English
  • Must be flexible and able to react to changing priorities
  • Comply with all work rules and regulations
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work under extreme pressure
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills to build strong relationships with airline customer teams such as flight attendants 
  • Must be able to use fingers/hands to handle equipment
  • Must be able to stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during shift of 8+ hours
  • Must be able to lift and push up to 50+ lbs
  • Able to pass a basic written test
  • Able to pass a basic driving skills test