Food Assembler - Airline Catering (Air Fayre)

Staff Management | SMX is seeking reliable and safety-conscious associates to join our team as Food Assembly Associates! As a Food Assembly Associate, you will have a direct impact on airline customer satisfaction and be part of our Air Fayre team responsible for getting products ready for flights out of LAX. Work on weekends and holidays may be required. You must be able to work in a cold room environment of 36 - 41 degrees and occasionally enter freezer storage.

At Air Fayre, you will get a weekly paycheck and work with a great management team in a clean and safe environment. In addition, we offer paid training, medical/dental insurance (immediate eligibility), paid sick leave, paid time off, and a referral bonus (restrictions apply).

Perks & Benefits

• Paid Training
• Weekly paychecks
• Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
• Medical / Dental Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonus (Restrictions Apply)
• Climate Controlled Environment
• Pay up to $17.36/hour
• Overtime available

Employment Type & Shifts

• Full Time
• Long Term

• All Shifts
• 1st Shift
• 2nd Shift
• 3rd Shift
• Weekend Shifts
• Flex Scheduling
• Rotating Shifts

Job Responsibilities

As Food Assembly Associate, you will have a direct impact on airline customer satisfaction and be part of a team responsible for getting products ready for flights out of LAX. Job duties include but not limited to:

• Assembles food components according to airline specifications, boarding check-sheets and assembly diagrams
• Keeps production areas in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Handles various allergen products such as cooked pork, poultry, beef, fish, dairy, nuts
• Keeps production areas in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Complete activity logs (i.e. temperature, sanitizing, waste, equipment breakage logs)
• Comply with hygiene, jewelry policy and use of PPE requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• 2-years Previous Airline Catering or food production/assembly work Required
• Must be able to work in an operation that is 24/7, 365-day environment and flexible with shift/day off changes as needs arise
• Ability to follow directions accurately and work with a sense of urgency
• Must be able to obtain a food handler card
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Effective communication with supervisors and co-workers
• Reliable attendance and ability to work overtime on occasion
• Must be able to work in cold room environment of 36 - 41 degrees and occasionally enter freezer storage
• Must have physical ability to complete job duties, which includes standing for long periods, bending, and repetitive movements
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product/equipment 25-50lbs frequently

Associate Requirements

• Background Check
• Able to Lift 50 pounds
• Drug Test
• Stand for Shift Duration
• Must be at least 18 years old

The hourly rate for this position is anticipated to range between $17.36 - $17.36 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including but not limited to experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate's skills and experience, the expected quality and quantity of work, and internal pay alignment, as needed. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the pay range. The upper end of the range will generally be reserved for candidates with extensive skills and experience. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law.