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SkyChefs

Airline Cold Room Food Prep

Coraopolis, PA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

First Airline Food and Flight Assemblers also known as Airline Food Preparers. They work in a fast paced environment to cater the many meal items available onboard domestic and international flights.

SkyChefs

Airline Cold Room Food Prep

Coraopolis, PA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

First Airline Food and Flight Assemblers also known as Airline Food Preparers. They work in a fast paced environment to cater the many meal items available onboard domestic and international flights.

SkyChefs

Airline Food Equipment Assembler

Boston, MA · On-site

$17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are the world's leading provider of end-to-end airline products and services with a fast-growing footprint in Convenience Retail and Subscription Food Service. Eligible candidates must: * Be 18 ...

SkyChefs

Airline Catering Food Prep Worker

Arlington, VA · On-site

$19.28/hr

For everyone on the go, our mission is to enrich their food and service experience. We are the world's largest provider of airline catering and in-flight solutions. LSG Sky Chefs caters to over 300 ...

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wearegat

Airline Hot Food Cook - PT

Boise, ID

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

SkyCafe, a GAT Company, is seeking a skilled and motivated Hot Food Cook to support the preparation of high-quality airline meals in a fast-paced catering environment. This role is responsible for ...

LSG Sky Chefs

FSQA Coordinator

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$16.03 - $24.35/hr

Obtain airline food samples to verify compliance to specification. * Assist the Quality Manager in specific training and daily initiatives addressing quality, food safety, and sanitation issues to ...

Flying Food Group

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Airline Catering Operations Manager

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Airline Catering Operations Manager Flying Food Group Location: JFK Airport, Jamaica, NY Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt About the Role Flying Food Group is ...

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How much do airline food jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for airline food in the United States is $14.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the common challenges faced by professionals working in airline food service roles?

Professionals in airline food service often face challenges such as adhering to strict food safety and hygiene regulations, meeting tight preparation and delivery schedules, and accommodating a wide variety of dietary restrictions within limited resources. Additionally, working in a fast-paced environment and ensuring consistent food quality while managing large quantities can be demanding. Collaboration with catering teams, flight crew, and logistics staff is essential to ensure meals are delivered on time and meet airline standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an airline food service worker?

To thrive as an Airline Food Service Worker, you need knowledge of food safety, preparation, and portion control, often supported by a food handler's permit or certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and airline-specific packaging standards is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and time management are critical soft skills for ensuring consistent quality and meeting tight deadlines. These competencies ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and in compliance with strict airline regulations for passenger satisfaction.

What is airline food?

Airline food refers to the meals and snacks that are served to passengers on board an aircraft during a flight. These foods are typically prepared by specialized catering companies and are designed to meet food safety regulations, taste good at high altitudes, and be easily stored and served in the confined space of an airplane. The quality and type of airline food can vary greatly depending on the airline, class of service, and flight duration.

What is the difference between Airline Food vs Airline Cabin Crew?

AspectAirline FoodAirline Cabin Crew
Required CredentialsFood safety certifications, culinary trainingCustomer service certifications, first aid training
Work EnvironmentKitchen, catering facilities, onboardAircraft cabins, airports, onboard
Industry UsageFood preparation and servicePassenger safety and service

Airline Food focuses on preparing and delivering meals for flights, requiring culinary skills and food safety certifications. Airline Cabin Crew are responsible for passenger safety and comfort, with customer service and safety training. While both roles operate within the airline industry, their responsibilities and environments differ significantly, with Airline Food centered on meal service and Airline Cabin Crew on passenger care.

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Infographic showing various Airline Food job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,393 per year, or $14.1 per hour.

Airline Cold Room Food Prep

SkyChefs

Coraopolis, PA • On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

SIGN-ON BONUS - up to $2000

30 days $200

60 days $300

90 days $500

120 days $1,000

Must have reliable transportation -NO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - not located at the airport

Pay: $17 increase to $19 after 30 days of employment.

Shift: 5am-1:30pm

All Employees are eligible for weekly pay, free lunches, free uniforms and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package after 30 days of employment that includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.

LSG Sky Chefs with over 75 years of Catering history is hiring immediately for Full-Time team players to prepare products for our Airline, E-Commerce, and Retail customers. We are the worlds leading provider of end-toend airline products and services with a fast growing footprint in Convenience Retail and Subscription Food Service.

Job description: First Airline Food and Flight Assemblers also known as Airline Food Preparers.

They work in a fast paced environment to cater the many meal items available onboard domestic and international flights. Food Preparers read specification books to ensure they are cutting produce, portioning and plating gourmet meals specific to client standards.

This position takes place in a cold room of 38 degrees- candidates must be able to work in a cold environment. We operate business 7 days per week including weekends and holidays.

Eligible candidates must:


Be 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States andpass a 7-year background check Be able to stand/walk/bend/stoopfor the duration of the shift Be able to lift up to30lbs as well as push up to 70lbs with the use of rolling carts

Be able to work in a cold environment for entire shift

Be a team player and work well with a diverse team from all over the world