General Manager

LSG Sky Chefs, Inc.

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Anchorage, Alaska

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PERMANENT

Updated 08/31/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

The Opportunity

As the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the business strategy, policies, and tools that drive our success. From contributing to the definition of the CSC/regional strategy to overseeing economic and operating performance, you will be at the forefront of driving our business forward. Your leadership will be instrumental in guiding, motivating, and developing our talented team members, ensuring that our values and management principles are at the heart of everything we do.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Medical, Dental, Vision - Eligible Day 1

Employer‑paid life insurance & AD&D benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Free meals and parking

Career growth opportunities within a global organization

How Youll Make a Difference

As General Manager, you will:

Own the overall operational, financial, and performance results of the CSC

Develop and execute the annual business plan and budget in alignment with regional strategy

Lead short‑ and mid‑term production planning to ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery of food products and services

Drive continuous improvement using Lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, cost, and service

Ensure optimal deployment of people, equipment, materials, and capital resources

Maintain full compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, and HACCP regulations

Champion a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and engagement

Lead, develop, and motivate a diverse workforce, including unionized teams where applicable

Partner closely with Sales, Culinary, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and external stakeholders

Initiate and manage capital projects to support growth and operational excellence

Ensure all customer contracts, company standards, and delivery commitments are consistently met

What We're Looking For in a Candidate

Bachelor's degree or equivalent operational experience

10+ years of progressive operations or manufacturing leadership experience

Proven success leading large, multi‑department operations

Experience in food manufacturing, processing, or regulated environments strongly preferred

Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

Strong financial acumen and budget ownership experience

Ability to lead through complexity, change, and high operational pressure

Demonstrated success building strong teams, managing labor relations, and engaging union workforces

Excellent communication, decision‑making, and leadership presence

Track record of exceeding corporate expectations and driving performance improvement

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