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Air Fayre CA Inc

Ramp Supervisor

Gardena, CA · On-site

$31 - $35/hr

As a member of the team, your mission will be to support in-flight catering to the world's major airlines out of LAX, providing delicious inflight food and beverage services that make travelers and ...

AHU Technologies, Inc.

Business Analyst- Chicago, IL

$36 - $38/hr

Drive identification of requirements for our Catering and Meals Services system replacement, working with our Catering, Hospitality, and Inflight business partners. Serve as thought leader for ...

Air Fayre CA Inc

Dishroom Supervisor

Gardena, CA · On-site

As a member of the team, your mission will be to support in-flight catering to the world's major airlines out of LAX, providing delicious inflight food and beverage services that make travelers and ...

Sky Chefs

Food Preparer (Cold Food)

New York, NY

$21.25/hr

LSG Sky Chefs, a global leader in airline catering and inflight services for over 75 years, is looking for reliable, Food Preparers to join our team. About LSG Sky Chefs The LSG Group is the worlds ...

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How much do inflight catering jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for inflight catering in the United States is $18.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is inflight catering?

Inflight catering refers to the preparation and delivery of meals, snacks, and beverages for passengers and crew on commercial and private aircraft. This service involves menu planning, food preparation, packaging, and transportation to the aircraft, ensuring food safety and quality. Inflight catering companies work closely with airlines to accommodate flight schedules, dietary restrictions, and passenger preferences while maintaining strict hygiene standards.

What are some of the typical challenges faced in inflight catering, and how can job seekers prepare for them?

Inflight catering professionals often work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and time management are crucial. Common challenges include adhering to strict food safety standards, coordinating last-minute changes to orders, and meeting tight delivery deadlines to ensure flights depart on schedule. Job seekers can prepare by developing strong organizational skills, learning relevant food safety protocols, and being adaptable to changing schedules. Teamwork and clear communication with airline staff and kitchen colleagues are also essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Inflight Catering, and why are they important?

To thrive in Inflight Catering, you need knowledge of food safety regulations, menu planning, and logistics, often supported by experience in hospitality or culinary services. Familiarity with airline catering management systems, HACCP certification, and cold chain logistics tools is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure coordination and high-quality service. These abilities are crucial for meeting strict airline standards, ensuring passenger satisfaction, and maintaining operational efficiency in a time-sensitive environment.

What is the difference between Inflight Catering vs Cabin Crew?

AspectInflight CateringCabin Crew
Primary RolePreparing, sourcing, and delivering food and beverages for flightsEnsuring passenger safety, comfort, and service during flights
Required CertificationsFood safety, HACCP, sometimes catering-specific trainingFirst aid, safety, customer service certifications
Work EnvironmentKitchen, catering facilities, aircraftAircraft cabins, airports, passenger service areas
Industry UsagePart of airline catering servicesPassenger service on flights

Inflight Catering focuses on food preparation and delivery for flights, while Cabin Crew provides passenger service and safety onboard. Both roles are essential in the airline industry but differ in responsibilities, certifications, and work environments.

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Food Runner - YOT Bar & Kitchen

Food Runner - YOT Bar & Kitchen

Thompson Hospitality Corporation

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver food orders to guests promptly and accurately.

  • Collaborate with kitchen and waitstaff to ensure smooth flow of food delivery.

  • Maintain a clean and organized work station and dining area.

Thompson Hospitality rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
Join the team at YOT Bar & Kitchen as a Food Runner, where you'll play an essential role in creating a seamless dining experience for our guests. As a Food Runner, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our guests have a seamless and enjoyable dining experience. You'll be responsible for delivering our mouthwatering dishes to our guests with speed and precision, while providing exceptional service and creating memorable moments. Your attention to detail, efficiency, and dedication to teamwork will contribute to the overall success of our restaurant. If you have a passion for hospitality and take pride in providing excellent service, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team at YOT Bar & Kitchen!
Responsibilities
  • Exude energy and enthusiasm as you deliver food orders to our guests, ensuring prompt and accurate service.
  • Collaborate seamlessly with our kitchen and waitstaff to ensure smooth flow of food delivery and exceptional guest experience.
  • Provide attentive and friendly service, going above and beyond to exceed guest expectations.
  • Take pride in maintaining a clean and organized work station and dining area.
  • Be knowledgeable about our menu offerings and ingredients, able to answer guest inquiries and make recommendations.
  • Act as a brand ambassador, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for our guests.

Qualifications
  • If running drinks, must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages and must be certified in (or able to become certified in) responsible alcohol service in accordance with state or local laws
  • At least 18 years of age
  • High energy and stamina. Able to work within a fast-paced, highly mobile environment
  • Able to communicate effectively in the primary language of the work
  • Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays
  • Able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per day; able to climb flights of stairs
  • Ability to learn menu items and service procedures.
  • Ability to take direction and to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
  • This position will spend 100% of the time standing and walking.

Who We Are:
YOT Bar & Kitchen, led by Proprietor Mike Linder, is a celebrated waterfront dining experience situated within the Lauderdale Marine Center. With nearly three decades of experience as a restaurateur, Mike's talent for creating exceptional dining experiences is evident at YOT. From sky to sea, his impressive background includes operating Jet Runway Café and Silver Lining Inflight Catering. YOT not only offers remarkable dining but also yacht provisioning and event production, elevating the experience even further. As a Food Runner at YOT Bar & Kitchen, you'll be part of a team dedicated to providing guests with the finest hospitality and breathtaking waterfront views.
Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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About Thompson Hospitality

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Thompson Hospitality is the nation's largest minority-owned food and facilities management company. Our services include hospitality, full dining and quick service restaurants, campus dining, diversity consultation, facility operations and maintenance management. We are a family-run organization with more than twenty-five years providing services built on our core mission to provide a positive experience to every relationship we are involved in: one guest, one client, one team member at a time. As a fast growing company, we have a growth plan to more than double in size over the next three years. We are looking for team members who are interested in developing their careers to the next level while joining our team of over 4,000 employees, serving clients in over 40 states to include more than 1.9 million guests each year.

Industry

Hospitality services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Reston, VA, US

Year founded

1992

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