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Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Culinary Lead

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeSchiphol, Netherlands€3.2k - €4.4k /mo

About the Job

Requirements

  • Experience in a professional or high-volume kitchen or hospitality environment is preferred.
  • A passion for food and hospitality, organizational and numerical skills, and attention to detail are desired.
  • Ability to guide colleagues during a shift and distribute work effectively.
  • Ability to follow procedures and work instructions while adapting flexibly when circumstances require.
  • Availability to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, between 05:30 and 22:30, seven days a week.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and guide the Back of House team during the assigned shift.
  • Prepare and present hot and cold dishes according to Aspire standards.
  • Work with the Front of House team to ensure food and beverage offerings are continuously available.
  • Monitor the quality, freshness, presentation, and availability of the assortment.
  • Ensure food is correctly stored, prepared, packaged, and handled.
  • Maintain temperature records and conduct cleaning and hygiene checks.
  • Receive, inspect, store, and rotate deliveries.
  • Support inventory management and ordering.
  • Ensure tableware, materials, and supplies are replenished on time.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized Back of House environment.
  • Separate and dispose of waste according to applicable recycling procedures.
  • Inform colleagues and guests about available food and beverage options, including vegetarian, vegan, and allergen-free options.
  • Work according to the Operations Manual and Food Safety Management System, and ensure compliance with HACCP rules.
  • Contribute to a professional, guest-focused atmosphere in the lounge.
  • Support other operational tasks as needed to ensure smooth service.

Desired Qualifications

  • Build positive and dependable relationships with colleagues and guests.
  • Work collaboratively while also taking responsibility independently.

About the Company

Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Swissport is the world’s largest provider of airport ground services and a major player in air cargo handling. It delivers the behind-the-scenes work that keeps flights moving, including baggage handling, de-icing, passenger services support, ramp operations, aircraft servicing, and cargo logistics, at hundreds of airports across 44 countries. Its products and services work by offering an integrated suite of ground handling solutions that airport operators and airlines outsource to ensure timely, safe, and efficient turnaround of aircraft and cargo. Swissport differentiates itself through scale, an extensive global network, and a history of mergers and acquisitions that have built a broad, standardized service offering and deep operational expertise across markets. The company’s goal is to be the leading, globally connected provider of ground handling and cargo services, helping airlines run smooth operations and minimize turnaround times even under challenging conditions.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
1997

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