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Job Description
America's first aviation culinary company. We started the U.S. aviation culinary industry in 1942, and for nearly 85 years - through every age of flying - we have looked to lead the sector forward and upward. In quality. In reliability. In innovation. In excellence. This timeless spirit and pursuit have always been the heart of our organization. America's First. America's Foremost. America's Finest.
First:
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.
Foremost:
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.
Finest:
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. Join SkyChefs and fly your career higher! Our Customer Service Center in Des Plaines, near O'Hare airport, is one of our flagship locations in the U.S., serving major airline customers and providing world-class airline catering services. We are looking for ambitious individuals to join our Internal Operations team and grow with us in a dynamic, team-based and fast-paced environment.
BEVERAGE ASSEMBLER
Job Requirements / Responsibilities Assemble airline carts for domestic and international flights by providing food and beverage serving equipment / hardware / utensils, dry goods, snacks, condiments and beverages by following printed diagrams and procedures according to customer specifications. Sort, wrap, and pack airline dry goods / liquor & equipment into airline carts according to customer specifications. Keep production areas in compliance with sanitation standards set by HACCP, FDA, USDA, and customers' requirements. Assure proper management of liquor inventory and documentation. Ability to read, speak and understand English. Ability to perform in a high-pace, time-sensitive, work environment and keep up with workflow Must be able to follow/understand card specifications/printed diagrams Must possess basic math skills Previous experience in an assembly / production-type environment Must have good organizational skills and adaptable to frequent changes in requirements Must be able to work around moving parts & wet floors Must be able to use fingers & hands to handle equipment
Environmental Requirements:
Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes (hot and cold) and noise. Are required to be physically active: walking, standing, bending, lifting and pushing 40+ lbs Regularly stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours Are required to follow PPE, GMPs, Safety and Security requirements
Benefits:
Full-time, permanent work, steady employment throughout the year - at least 40 hours / week Opportunities to be promoted from within. Weekly pay Health, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days of employment. 401(k) plan Paid vacations, sick days and holiday paid after 1 year of employment. Free parking Credit Union Free Meal with Every Shift Worked Free Safety shoes 2ice/year and free Personal Protective Equipment. If you have any questions and/or would like more information about the Beverage Assembler position, call our Recruiting Team at (847) 505-2102. We are located at 200 E. Touhy Ave., Des Plaines, IL 60018
