Premium Airport Lounge Food Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Food & Beverage Supervisor – Alaska Airlines Lounge

Portland International Airport (PDX) | Full-Time | $22.00/hour
Position Type: Full-Time

• “Successful candidates must be able to pass a TSA background check.”
• Must be in the U.S.A!

Schedule:

• Open availability preferred.
• Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Schedule will vary based on operational and flight schedules.

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights?

Join Sodexo Live! as a Food & Beverage Supervisor supporting the opening of the brand-new Alaska Airlines Lounge at Portland International Airport.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a premier hospitality team from day one, helping launch a new lounge experience designed around exceptional service, elevated food and beverage offerings, and the warm, welcoming spirit Alaska Airlines is known for.

As a Food & Beverage Supervisor, you will play a key leadership role in delivering a seamless guest experience by supporting both front-of-house and back-of-house operations. From overseeing premium food and beverage service to coaching team members and ensuring operational excellence, you will help create an environment where every guest feels valued before they travel.

If you are passionate about hospitality, leadership, and creating memorable guest experiences, we invite you to join us.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise daily food and beverage operations within a premium airport lounge environment.
• Support both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Lead by example in delivering exceptional hospitality and personalized guest service.
• Assist with training, coaching, scheduling, and developing team members.
• Ensure food presentation, quality standards, and service execution meet brand expectations.
• Monitor compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Support inventory management, product rotation, and operational organization.
• Address guest concerns professionally and resolve issues promptly.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on service excellence and accountability.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming lounge environment for guests and employees.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in hospitality, food service, restaurants, hotels, airport lounges, catering, or premium guest service environments.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations.
• Experience supporting both front-of-house and back-of-house teams preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Exceptional guest service and communication abilities.
• Professional appearance and polished demeanor.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to obtain airport security clearance and pass a TSA background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Required Certifications:

• Oregon Food Handler's Card.
• OLCC Alcohol Server Permit.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours).
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 35 pounds.
• Occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move throughout the lounge environment.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Leave).
• Holiday Pay.
• 401(k) with Company Match (where applicable).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities.
• Training and Development Programs.

Why Join Sodexo Live! at Alaska Airlines?

Be part of the opening team for a brand-new Alaska Airlines Lounge and help shape the guest experience from the ground up. This is more than a supervisory role—it's an opportunity to lead within a premium hospitality environment where service, quality, and guest satisfaction are at the center of everything we do.

If you're ready to combine your hospitality expertise, food and beverage knowledge, and leadership skills in an exciting airport setting, we'd love to meet you.