Food Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Title: Food Quality Assurance Specialist 
Job Location: Los Angeles-USA-90045 
Work Location Type: On-Site 
Salary Range: $18.32 - 27.83 per hour 

About us

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 Sky Chefs, 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.

The Opportunity

As our Food Quality Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with all major food safety and regulatory standards including FDA, USDA, HACCP, and our company’s Global Quality Standards (GQS). You’ll help us maintain a safe, clean, and audit‑ready environment while training and supporting our team to follow best practices.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting Day 1
• Employer‑paid life insurance and AD&D benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free meals and parking
• Career growth opportunities with a global organization

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Ensuring full compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, and company food safety standards
• Conducting GQS Internal Hygiene Process Audits to support continuous improvement
• Monitoring sanitation, food handling, temperature control, and documentation practices
• Leading training sessions on quality, hygiene, and food safety topics
• Preparing clear, effective presentations and reports for leadership and cross‑functional teams
• Supporting root‑cause investigations and corrective action plans
• Partnering closely with Operations, Culinary, and other internal teams to maintain high-quality production standards
• Building strong relationships across the facility to promote a positive, safety‑focused culture

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Experience in food manufacturing, food safety, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, HACCP, sanitation standards, and food safety practices
• Confidence in delivering training, presentations, and cross‑functional communication
• Strong attention to detail and ability to lead or support audits and inspections
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and support teams at all levels
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

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