Food & Beverage Specialist

Job No.: 000522 Hudson Full-time • On-Site Flexible Hours Required Experience: Entry Level Location:  John F. Kennedy International Airport NY 
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The Food & Beverage (F&B) Specialist at John F. Kennedy International Airport, supports the daily execution of grab-and-go food operations by maintaining product availability, freshness, and presentation. This role ensures displays are fully stocked, compliant, and visually appealing to enhance the traveler experience.

Compensation:

$24.58 - $27.31 Per Hour

Benefits Offered:

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education and Experience: The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 4 years:  
  • In a technical role: Requires 4 years of operations experience engaged in delivering merchandising and customer service programs  
  • A bachelor's degree can count for 2 of the 4-year requirement  
  • Requires food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent)
Specialized Training:  
  • Knowledge of local and federal food safety laws, city/county health inspection requirements, and documentation practices
  • Understanding of allergen labeling, handwashing protocols, and cross-contamination procedures
Specialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits:  
  • Knowledge of inventory control and stock rotation; proficient in inventory and stock management systems
  • Basic financial and P&L awareness (labor, waste, shrink)
  • Able to review sales, waste, and inventory data to identify improvement opportunities
  • Direct and proactive communicator who provides exceptional customer service
  • Business acumen with operations mindset required to understand the long-term implications of merchandising, inventory management, and customer experience planning to advance organizational goals  
  • Demonstrated history of creating and maintaining positive work environments 
  • Demonstrated history of understanding the needs of F&B and retail business operations, brand partners, landlord stakeholders, the associate population, and individual store circumstances

Job Responsibilities:

  • Stocks and rotates grab-and-go products according to freshness and presentation standards
  • Monitors inventory levels and communicates replenishment needs to management
  • Receives and verifies deliveries, ensuring accuracy and proper storage
  • Tracks expiration dates and removes outdated or non-compliant items
  • Maintains clean, organized, and visually appealing displays
  • Provides exceptional customer service by assisting customers with questions, recommendations, and product information
  • Completes daily temperature checks, waste logs, and inventory reports
  • Supports product launches, seasonal changes, and promotional displays
  • Collaborates with Culinary and Operations teams, as well as vendors, to guarantee timely restocking
  • Follows food safety, sanitation, and airport security guidelines
 Reporting Relationship & Role Information:
  • The F&B Specialist typically reports to the F&B Manager
  • This position as described falls under the Fair Labor Standards Act as a Non-Exempt position
  • This role requires flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays due to business needs and flight schedules

Additional Information:

What we will offer you: 
  • Competitive Salary of: $24.58 - $27.31 a hour
  • Daily Pay- Get your money as you earn it  
  • 20% Dufry, Hudson & HMSHost products
  • PTO 
  • Personal and Parental Leave Programs 
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 
  • Company Paid Life Insurance 
  • Employee Recognition Programs 
  • Advancement and Growth Opportunities 
  • On-going Training & Development 

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Contact Information:

Hudson
Human Resources