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Food Quality Assurance Tech
full-timeNewark$0k - $0k

Summary

Location

Newark

Salary

$0k - $0k

Type

full-time

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About this role

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

This position is responsible for the oversight of all HACCP logs in the Hot Foods Production ensuring that the logs are completed as per company policies and procedures. The position is also responsible for ensuring that all FDA processes are followed.

Annual Hiring Range:

  • $22.00 - $23.00

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:

  • Conducts temperature checks on products and ensures that all HAPPC, and FDA rules and regulations are followed along with managing the units log books.

  • Performs quality checks in the Hot Food kitchen to ensure that the specifications of the customer are followed

  • Ensures food produced in the Hot Foods is checked for temperature and placed in the refrigeration system per company policy

  • Checks temperature of food prior to moving the food into the refrigeration system

  • Randomly checks temperature of foods to verify that company policies are followed

  • Monitors personal hygiene

  • Supports customer audits and government audits to meet compliance

  • Monitors company policies and procedures and notifies management of issue if they arise

  • Responsible for safety, quality and compliance to customer specification

  • Monitors equipment for cleanliness and sanitation

  • Completes HACCP logs

  • Communicates product deviation to the unit production manager immediately

  • Ensures proper color code are applied to the product

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

Qualifications

Education:

  • High School graduate or equivalent with experience in related discipline required

Work Experience:

  • In-Flight catering experience is highly desired

  • Experience in a customer service environment is preferred

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

  • ServSafe training and certification required once hired

Language / Communication Skills:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility: Unit

Type of Employment: Full time

Travel %: None

Exemption Classification: Non-exempt

Internal Relationships: Hot Food kitchen

External Relationships: N/A

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job:

  • Regularly, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 10+ hours.

  • In a normal production kitchen facility there may be physical discomfort due to temperature and noise.

  • Must be able to lift, push, pull and move product, equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.

  • Detail oriented

  • Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task

  • Strong interpersonal skills, interact well with multiple departments as required

  • Able to work with little supervision

Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title): QA/Manager/Production Manager

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, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

  • We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity

  • We communicate and keep each other informed

  • We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team

  • We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details

  • We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes

  • We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it

  • We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

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:

02/06/2026

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If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!

Other facts

Tech stack
HACCP,FDA Compliance,Quality Assurance,Temperature Checks,Food Safety,Personal Hygiene Monitoring,Customer Audits,Government Audits,Log Management,Interpersonal Skills,Communication Skills,Organizational Skills,Detail Oriented,Problem Resolution,Team Leadership,ServSafe Certification

About gategroup

Shaping the future of Inflight Hospitality.

At gategroup, we are the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board, and hospitality services, enhancing the passenger experience at 35,000 feet and beyond.

Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, our footprint spans over 200 operating units across 60+ countries and territories, making us the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry. Every day, we proudly serve millions of travelers, partnering with the world’s top airlines to deliver memorable culinary moments and seamless retail experiences.

Driven by innovation, advanced technology, and operational excellence, our teams design and deliver premium food and service solutions tailored to the dynamic needs of modern air travel.

From gourmet meals to intelligent retail programs, our mission is simple:
To elevate every journey.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Airlines and Aviation

What you'll do

  • The Food Quality Assurance Tech is responsible for overseeing HACCP logs and ensuring compliance with FDA processes in the Hot Foods Production. This includes conducting temperature checks, performing quality checks, and monitoring personal hygiene.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does gategroup pay for a Food Quality Assurance Tech?

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As a Food Quality Assurance Tech at gategroup, you will: the Food Quality Assurance Tech is responsible for overseeing HACCP logs and ensuring compliance with FDA processes in the Hot Foods Production. This includes conducting temperature checks, performing quality checks, and monitoring personal hygiene..

Why join gategroup as a Food Quality Assurance Tech?

gategroup is a leading Airlines and Aviation company. The Food Quality Assurance Tech role offers competitive compensation.

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