Supervisor Sanitation

Job Title: Supervisor Sanitation
Job Location: Miami-USA-33142
Work Location Type: On-Site

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Role Purpose Statement

The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for developing and directing the Sanitation program and ensuring that all current Food Safety Standards are being met within the responsible Customer Service Center (CSC). The job incumbent is responsible for implementing, inspecting, monitoring, and verifying sanitation and food safety systems within the responsible Customer Service Center (CSC). The Sanitation Supervisor will ensure sanitation staff competences and skills meets the requirements for the activities performed. The Sanitation Supervisor will verify the sanitation effectiveness results and will take appropriate actions as needed in a timely manner. Promote Food Safety Culture though maintaining sanitation standards and awareness within the employees and leadership.

Responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and ongoing execution of the food safety preventive control programs (Policies, SOPs, SSOPs, Cleaning Schedules, Master Sanitation Schedules, and Associated Records) within the assigned facility.

Working on the overnight shif t, the Sanitation Supervisor ensures that sanitation activities are effectively executed, documented, and continuously improved. They are responsible for verifying sanitation effectiveness, identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner, and ensuring all staff are properly trained and competent in sanitation practices.

Main Accountabilities

Generic Supervisor Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all government regulatory agencies' standards (for example, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Administration (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), etc.)
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, corporate food safety, quality standards, and regional food safety and take appropriate corrective actions when needed.
Inspecting the manufacturing process to determine sanitation protocols, considering the best solutions regarding processes, tools, technologies, scheduling, etc.
Coordinating and monitoring Cleaning Schedules and Master Sanitation Schedules (MSS)
Monitor and verify the sanitation program by performing daily inspections of the manufacturing facility and reporting and escalating any irregularities.
Create and distribute work schedules for the sanitation staff.
Create and ensure the pre-operations process is being conducted to ensure sanitary standards are met prior to production being initiated.
Monitor the preparation and use of cleaning chemicals.
Keep "Right to Know" stations / Safety Data Sheets (SDS) current and compliant.
Orchestrate and conduct annual chemical, SSOP, and all other CSC-specific training required.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across all functions.
Monitor and ensure compliance with the applicable food safety, CCPs, oPRPs, and PRPs.
Monitor, maintain and verify all sanitation records for correctness and completeness.
Keep Cleaning Schedules, Master Sanitation Schedules (MSS), and SSOPs updated.
Review the environmental monitoring, cleaning and sanitation swab results for trends and proper corrective action.
Work with the FSQS process owner to conduct an environmental monitoring risk assessment, review, and reassess the program.
Work with the FSQS process owner to create a viable zoning program, review, and reassess (determine necessary interventions).
Participate in the Food Safety Team as a sanitation process owner.
Work with Engineering and Maintenance during modifications, such as new facility or equipment installations, new processes, or any change that impacts food safety, to ensure the sanitary design principles are considered.
Assess the sanitary design of the facilities to correct or mitigate any potential risk derived from it.
Manage the Pest Control program and work in collaboration with Pest Control 3rd party.
Other duties may be assigned.

Leadership Responsibilities

Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, and directed.
Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally in person, by phone, and through email.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while interacting with staff at all levels and remaining positive, proactive, and resourceful.
Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
Must possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and is well organized.
Recruit, on-board, develop, coach, train, support, and evaluate the performance of the Sanitation staff (if applicable)
Participate and support company-sponsored initiatives such as Food Safety Management System (FSMS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety
Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
Plan / Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations (if applicable).

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Science or equivalent knowledge required.

ServSafe certification

One to three years conducting sanitation in food related field required

Working knowledge in developing and implementing Cleaning Schedules, MSS (Master Sanitation Schedules), and SSOPs (Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures) in food manufacturing

Proven analytical and leadership skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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