Delivery Driver

About SkyChefs

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude.

Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

About the Role

As a Non-CDL Airline Catering Driver, you'll play an important role in ensuring aircraft are properly stocked and ready for departure. You'll operate company catering trucks to deliver prepackaged meals, beverages, snacks, and airline equipment to domestic and international flights while removing used equipment from arriving aircraft.

This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced aviation environment where safety, teamwork, communication, and on-time performance are essential. You'll work closely with dispatchers, security personnel, and airline flight crews to ensure each delivery is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.

No CDL is required for this position.

What You'll Do

Aircraft Catering & Delivery

* Safely operate company catering trucks to deliver meals, beverages, snacks, and airline equipment to aircraft.

* Load and unload airline catering carts, ovens, cutlery, and other supplies according to airline specifications.

* Remove used catering carts, equipment, and other items from arriving aircraft.

* Use hydraulic lift systems to raise the truck's catering body to aircraft door height for loading and unloading.

* Verify that deliveries are accurate and completed according to airline requirements and scheduled departure times.

Dispatch & Airline Coordination

* Communicate with dispatchers to receive assignments, coordinate delivery routes, and respond to schedule changes.

* Work directly with flight attendants and airline personnel to coordinate aircraft catering services.

* Adjust to changing flight schedules, aircraft assignments, and delivery priorities.

* Maintain clear communication with supervisors and team members to support efficient operations.

Safety, Security & Compliance

* Coordinate with security personnel to verify that all required meals, beverages, supplies, and equipment are accounted for before departure.

* Follow required security inspection, clearance, and truck-sealing procedures before completing deliveries.

* Follow all company safety procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and applicable airport regulations.

* Safely operate catering trucks, hydraulic lift systems, and equipment while working around aircraft.

* Maintain airport security credentials and comply with airport access requirements.

* Report safety concerns, equipment issues, and operational delays promptly.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

* Valid driver's license.

* Ability to obtain and maintain required airport security credentials/badge.

* Ability to safely operate company vehicles and complete required driver and equipment training.

* Comfortable working at elevated heights while operating hydraulic catering truck systems.

* Ability to push, pull, and maneuver catering carts and equipment weighing approximately 50-70 pounds.

* Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout shifts lasting eight hours or longer.

* Ability to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts based on operational needs.

* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with dispatchers, security personnel, and airline crews.

* Ability to follow safety procedures, security requirements, and detailed instructions.

* Flexibility to adapt to frequent changes in delivery routes, flight schedules, and operational priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

* 1-2 years of experience operating company vehicles, box trucks, or larger commercial-style vehicles.

* Previous experience in transportation, delivery, logistics, airport operations, or airline catering.

* Experience working in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is not required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a fast-paced airport environment where flight schedules, delivery assignments, and operational priorities may change frequently.

Employees must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, around aircraft and moving vehicles, and at elevated heights when operating hydraulic catering truck systems.

The role requires extended periods of standing and walking, frequent physical activity, and the ability to safely maneuver heavy catering carts and equipment. Shifts may exceed eight hours based on operational needs.

This is a union-represented position. Applicable terms and conditions of employment are governed by the relevant collective bargaining agreement

Shifts:

Day Afternoon Night | Weekends and holidays required based on schedule

Benefits:

Medical,

Dental,

Vision

401(k);

flexible spending account (FSA);

free meals during scheduled shifts

Additional benefits based on eligibility and applicable plan provisions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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