Flight Co-ordinator/Airside Catering Operative-Gatwick Airport

📍 Gatwick Airport (Airside) | Airport Jobs, Aviation, Logistics, Warehouse
💰 £15.75 per hour
⏰ 40 hours per week | 5 on, 3 off shift pattern
📄 Permanent, Full-Time | Immediate Start Available

Looking for Gatwick Airport jobs, airside work, or a fast-paced logistics / warehouse role in aviation?

We are recruiting Flight Co-ordinators / Airside Catering Operatives to join a leading inflight catering operation supporting major international airlines at Gatwick Airport.

This is a hands-on airside airport role working directly around aircraft, ensuring all inflight catering is delivered accurately, safely and on time in line with strict aviation schedules.

You will be responsible for coordinating and delivering meals, beverages, equipment and special meal requirements to aircraft ready for departure.

No aviation experience is required - full training is provided.

• £15.75 per hour

• Permanent contract (long-term stability)

• Full-time 40 hours per week

• 5 on, 3 off shift pattern

• Free meals during shifts

• Free on-site parking at Gatwick Airport

• Full training and uniform provided

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Virtual GP access

• Pension & income protection schemes

• Employee discounts (family & friends included)

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service

• Support daily airport catering operations at Gatwick Airport

• Coordinate inflight meals, beverages and equipment for airline flights

• Ensure accurate loading of aircraft catering in line with flight specifications

• Handle and move catering carts, trolleys and equipment safely

• Work airside around aircraft and airport vehicles

• Follow strict aviation safety, food hygiene and compliance standards

• Ensure on-time delivery to meet tight flight departure schedules

• Communicate with airline crews and internal logistics teams

• Report delays, shortages or operational issues immediately

• Maintain high standards in a regulated airport environment

We are looking for candidates interested in:

• Gatwick Airport jobs

• Airside roles

• Warehouse / logistics / transport jobs

• Airport operations

• Aviation catering / airline support roles

You will have:

• Full UK manual driving licence (max 6 points)

• Ability to work early shifts (from 3am), evenings and weekends

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment

• Physically fit (lifting/pushing up to 25kg)

• Comfortable working outdoors, chilled environments and at height

Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, catering, transport or customer service is an advantage but not essential.

This role operates 7 days a week and requires full flexibility, including weekends, evenings and public holidays.

Due to aviation security regulations, all applicants must:

• Provide a fully verifiable 5-year employment history

• Hold the permanent and unrestricted right to work in the UK

• Complete security clearance prior to starting

Additional documentation may be required during onboarding.

Start your career in airport operations at Gatwick Airport and join a fast-moving airside environment supporting global airlines.