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We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. The Airport Tower Representative is an entry-level supervisory role responsible for coordinating daily catering operations on the airport ramp. This position serves as the central communication point between catering drivers, operational teams, airline customers, and airport stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time aircraft servicing. The role requires strong operational oversight, real-time decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate: $66,300- $70,000 Benefits Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles Main Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate and direct catering drivers and ramp personnel servicing arriving and departing aircraft to ensure on-time performance and operational readiness. Provide day-to-day operational oversight and support to frontline catering drivers and ramp employees. Monitor flight schedules, aircraft movements, gate changes, delays, and other operational impacts, adjusting resources and priorities as needed. Maintain continuous awareness of airport, airline, and catering operations to support service continuity and operational efficiency. Serve as the primary operational point of contact for airfield-based employees and airline stakeholders. Communicate real-time operational updates, service changes, and critical information to drivers, Flight Attendants, airline customers, Tower/ACC personnel, operational departments, and leadership. Partner with Flight Attendants and airline representatives to resolve catering-related issues and ensure all required products, equipment, and services are properly onboard. Make timely operational decisions to address service disruptions, operational challenges, and customer concerns. Escalate critical issues and coordinate cross-functional response efforts to minimize customer and operational impact. Ensure all airfield, ramp, and catering activities are conducted safely and in compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. Maintain compliance with food safety procedures, including delayed flights, gate returns, product hold-time requirements, food safety escalations, and related investigations. Monitor service performance, staffing utilization, and key operational metrics to achieve customer and company objectives. Prepare and maintain operational reports, service records, and performance documentation Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices that enhance safety, service quality, efficiency, and operational performance. Build and maintain positive working relationships with airline customers, airport partners, and internal stakeholders. Support the achievement of safety, quality, customer service, and operational excellence goals. Required Skills & Competencies Operations & Logistics Airfield and flight catering operations coordination Dispatch, routing, and oversight of drivers and aircraft servicing activities Resource allocation, workforce coordination, and operational execution On-time performance and service delivery management Safety & Compliance Ability to obtain and maintain SIDA credentials and ramp driving authorization Knowledge of airfield, ramp safety, and operational compliance requirements Commitment to quality, food safety, and regulatory standards Communication & Customer Service Strong verbal and written communication skills Airline customer and stakeholder relationship management Customer service, conflict resolution, and service recovery Leadership & Decision Making Frontline team leadership and coordination Independent decision-making and sound judgment in time-sensitive environments Problem-solving, critical thinking, and disruption management Ability to influence outcomes and drive accountability across cross-functional teams Administrative & Technical Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational systems Data analysis, reporting, and record management Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Continuous Improvement Root cause analysis and process improvement Performance monitoring and operational metrics management Continuous improvement mindset focused on safety, service, and efficiency Qualifications: Education: H.S. diploma required College/Degree preferred Work Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience working in a customer service capacity required 1-year experience directing the work of others Previous experience in airport operations, logistics, transportation, customer service, airline operations, or catering operations preferred. Qualifications Experience in airline, airport, ground handling, catering, logistics, transportation, or other operational environments. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, time-sensitive operation requiring rapid decision-making and prioritization. Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills. Ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Proficiency in operational systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, holidays, and irregular hours as required by operational needs. What Success Looks Like Safe and compliant operations. Strong on-time service performance. Effective communication across stakeholders. Rapid resolution of operational issues. High customer satisfaction and operational reliability. Continuous improvement in safety, quality, and performance metrics. Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) Basic computer skills Able to drive on the ramp Able to multi-task in a dynamic customer environment Detail oriented Strong customer service skills Able to keep calm in high pressure environment Able to work with a minimum of supervision/off-site environment Able to make independent decisions Able to compile data from multiple sources with a high degree of accuracy Able to communicate status changes to all parties in a timely manner Driven to document and improve processes Able to develop rapport with major client Language / Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Job Dimensions Geographic Responsibility: Unit Type of Employment: Full time Travel %: N/A Exemption Classification: Exempt Internal Relationships: Drivers, dispatchers and the catering teams External Relationships: Airline Customers Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Work in the airport Tower. This position will rotate periodically between day shift, night shift and vacation relief. Budget / Revenue Responsibility: N/A Organization Structure Direct Line Manager (Title): Director or Manager, Ops Transport Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): N/A Number of Direct Reports: 0 Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0 Estimated Total Size of Team: 1 gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job: Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Passion, Responsibility and Respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone: Excellence We put the customer at the forefront of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs, wishes and desires. We constantly learn by giving and receiving feedback, improving from our mistakes and bettering ourselves. Passion Hospitality, in its purest form, comes down to a single, core principle: care. We do everything with thoughtfulness, attention, and care. We have a growth mindset, a resilience that makes us determined to bounce back from failures and setbacks. Responsibility We care about what we do, and we understand the impact we have on others and the planet. We always look out for each other –creating a safe workplace environment is everyone’s responsibility. Respect Every job matters. We each do our part to ensure our colleagues and our customers succeed in their goals. We respect each other’s voices and foster a workplace that supports inclusion and belonging. We are all one gategroup. To be considered for this position, please submit your application by 10/29/2026 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law. For further information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf We anticipate that this job will close on: 11/11/2026 Please click here to view our North America Applicant Privacy Notice. If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us! gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment. For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com.
