Expeditor Representative

Abby's Catering•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Abby’s Catering has delivered one-of-a-kind culinary and hospitality services since 1980. We proudly serve private aviation, corporate, and high-end clients where precision, timing, and professionalism are essential. Our team supports private aircraft operations by ensuring every order is executed accurately, safely, and on time. The Private Aviation Expediter Manager is responsible for overseeing the preparation, coordination, and delivery of catering orders for private aircraft and select corporate clients. This role manages daily logistics, supervises delivery drivers, and ensures operational efficiency while controlling labor and cost of goods sold (COGS). The ideal candidate thrives in a time-sensitive aviation environment and demonstrates strong leadership, organization, and attention to detail.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a time-sensitive aviation environment
Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
Knowledge of company driving policies and applicable DOT regulations
Ability to maintain standards for clean driving records, background checks, and drug testing

Responsibilities

Oversee accurate preparation and packaging of catering orders for private aircraft
Ensure all orders meet presentation, quality, and aviation service standards prior to dispatch
Communicate with culinary and front-of-house teams to manage special requests, dietary needs, and last-minute changes
Manage daily delivery schedules and routing to FBOs, private terminals, and hangars
Coordinate with aviation staff and clients to ensure secure access and on-time delivery
Supervise delivery drivers, assign routes, monitor performance, and conduct training as needed
Oversee staffing schedules and labor utilization to ensure proper coverage while controlling overtime
Promote a professional, accountable, and team-oriented work environment
Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members
Support inventory tracking and ordering processes to reduce waste and optimize COGS
Work closely with culinary and procurement teams to forecast needs based on upcoming flight schedules
Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
Ensure all drivers comply with company driving policies and applicable DOT regulations
Maintain standards for clean driving records, background checks, and drug testing