What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culinary Lead - Plum Market Foodservice Eppley Airport position at Plum GPMM Tersylbran JV LLC?
About Company:
Join the new food and beverage operations at the Omaha Eppley Airfield! We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team. As a Receiver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operation by providing excellent service, maintaining cleanliness, and working closely with fellow team members to deliver a positive customer experience.
Benefits:
Full time & Part time positions available.
You can learn about great food and grow your passion at the same time.
We provide exceptional training to help you grow your knowledge.
Variety of medical, dental, and vision benefits to cover you and/or your family.
Free Team Member Lunch during shift.
Plum Market offers a desirable and rewarding place to work.
Employment is contingent on a successful background check.
Description:
The Culinary Lead of our airport location is responsible for delivering an exceptional Guest experience by overseeing all aspects of the food preparation departments in a multi-unit airport. This includes managing inventory, margins, pricing integrity, merchandising standards, and food preparation quality in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment. They will lead and train the culinary food teams to ensure efficient operations, adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, and seamless execution of grab-and-go and made-to-order meal services catering to travelers.
Who You Are:
Passionate about Plum Market’s commitment exceptional Guest Service
A skilled and creative Chef who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
Experienced in managing high-volume kitchen operations and airport food service.
A strong, adaptable leader who provides clear direction and motivates the team.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Cool-headed under pressure, able to meet tight service deadlines.
What You Will Bring:
Minimum of five years in a leadership role within a high-volume kitchen, preferably in an airport or quick-service environment.
Experience managing kitchen operations, including rotation, labeling, and food safety compliance.
ServSafe Managerial certification preferred.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate airport operations.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, push/pull carts up to 100 lbs., and stand/walk for extended periods.
Experience in grab-and-go food execution, catering, and efficient high-volume service.
What You Will Do:
Lead and develop cohesive kitchen teams in a high-traffic airport setting.
Ensure seamless execution of grab-and-go and made-to-order meal programs.
Model and enforce exceptional Guest Service standards.
Set and communicate clear, achievable expectations for team members.
Oversee training, mentoring, and coaching of team members.
Maintain stock integrity, purchasing controls, and budget adherence.
Ensure strict compliance with all airport food safety, sanitation, and security regulations.
Manage prepared foods operations to meet high demand and maintain product availability.
Address guest concerns and team performance issues with professionalism.
Maintain and oversee compliance logs, ensuring all documentation meets airport standards.
Work closely with Leadership to ensure smooth daily operations.
