Food Safety Specialist at SkyChefs in Arizona

Job Title: Food Safety Specialist Job Location: Phoenix-USA-85040 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $15.27 - 23.19 per hour

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 our Food Quality Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with all major food safety and regulatory standards including FDA, USDA, HACCP, and our company’s Global Quality Standards (GQS). You’ll help us maintain a safe, clean, and audit‑ready environment while training and supporting our team to follow best practices.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Base Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision – starts Day 1
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – support for professional development
• Free Parking & Daily Meals
• Membership to American Airlines Credit Union
• Opportunities for Advancement

What You’ll Do

• Ensuring full compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, and company food safety standards
• Conducting GQS Internal Hygiene Process Audits to support continuous improvement
• Monitoring sanitation, food handling, temperature control, and documentation practices
• Leading training sessions on quality, hygiene, and food safety topics
• Preparing clear, effective presentations and reports for leadership and cross‑functional teams
• Supporting root‑cause investigations and corrective action plans
• Partnering closely with Operations, Culinary, and other internal teams to maintain high-quality production standards
• Building strong relationships across the facility to promote a positive, safety‑focused culture

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Experience in food manufacturing, food safety, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, HACCP, sanitation standards, and food safety practices
• Confidence in delivering training, presentations, and cross‑functional communication
• Strong attention to detail and ability to lead or support audits and inspections
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and support teams at all levels
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.