Ranfas Nuburger Food, a fast-paced food manufacturing brand operating inside Abu Dhabi Airport, is hiring a dynamic and experienced Manager Production to lead kitchen operations serving travelers, airline crew, and airport staff around the clock. This is a rare hybrid role combining hands-on production floor leadership with remote planning and reporting — offering AED 21,500 per month with full benefits as per UAE labor law.
About Ranfas Nuburger Food — Abu Dhabi Airport’s Kitchen
Unique Operation: Food manufacturing and QSR brand operating 24/7 inside Abu Dhabi International Airport
Customer Base: Travelers, airline crew members, and airport staff from around the world
Culture: Fast-paced, consistency-driven, hygiene-first kitchen that never sleeps
Compliance: ADAFSA (Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority) regulated operations
Growth: Expanding airport footprint with career growth opportunities for high-performers
Why Abu Dhabi Airport — A World-Class Production Environment
Iconic Location: Abu Dhabi International Airport — one of the world’s busiest and most prestigious travel hubs
Hybrid Flexibility: Balance on-site production leadership with remote planning, reporting, and team coordination
Global Audience: Serve a diverse international customer base in a truly fast-paced global environment
Competitive Pay: AED 21,500/month plus shift allowances and full UAE labor law benefits package
Position Overview
This Manager Production role at Ranfas Nuburger Food is designed for a results-driven food manufacturing professional who thrives in a high-pressure, 24/7 airport operation. You will plan and oversee daily production schedules aligned with airport passenger flow and airline catering demand, lead multi-shift kitchen teams, enforce ADAFSA and HACCP food safety compliance, monitor KPIs, manage inventory, and use remote tools to coordinate operations seamlessly from off-site when needed. Every decision you make directly impacts quality, speed, and the customer experience at one of the UAE’s most important travel destinations.
Why This Role Stands Out: As Production Manager at Abu Dhabi Airport, you lead a 24/7 kitchen operation serving a global audience, manage a hybrid team with real on-site and remote flexibility, work in one of the most unique food manufacturing environments in the UAE, earn AED 21,500 monthly with full UAE labor law benefits, and join a growing brand expanding its airport presence with genuine career advancement opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Plan and oversee daily production schedules aligned with airport passenger flow and airline catering demand
- Use remote tools to monitor floor operations, approve schedules, and communicate with on-site supervisors from off-site
- Track production KPIs including waste percentages, output per labor hour, and equipment downtime
- Prepare production reports, cost analysis documents, and operational improvement plans for senior management
Team Leadership & Shift Management
- Lead, train, and schedule production staff across multiple shifts ensuring 24/7 operational coverage without gaps
- Manage a hybrid team of on-site kitchen staff and remote coordinators with clear communication and accountability
- Conduct regular performance audits of team members and provide coaching and development support
- Troubleshoot equipment issues swiftly and coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize production downtime
Food Safety & ADAFSA Compliance
- Enforce strict food safety standards in compliance with ADAFSA (Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority) and airport regulations
- Implement, monitor, and continuously improve HACCP plans and ISO 22000 food safety management systems
- Conduct regular hygiene, equipment, and food safety audits across all production areas
- Ensure full compliance with UAE food safety regulations and airport-specific operational requirements at all times
Inventory & Procurement Coordination
- Monitor inventory of raw materials, packaging materials, and production supplies to maintain continuous operations
- Coordinate with procurement teams proactively to avoid material shortages that could impact production output
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality materials meeting food safety specifications
- Optimize inventory management to reduce waste and control production costs effectively
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Diploma or degree in Food Science, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- Additional certifications in food safety management or production planning are a strong advantage
Experience Requirements
- 5–7 years of production management experience in food manufacturing, QSR, or airline catering environments
- Proven experience managing hybrid teams with both on-site and remote coordination responsibilities
- Strong track record of working in fast-paced, high-volume food production or catering operations
Technical Skills & Certifications
- Strong working knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, and UAE food safety regulations including ADAFSA standards
- Proficiency with production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite for reporting and scheduling
- Ability to make fast, accurate decisions under pressure in a 24/7 airport production environment
- Must hold a valid UAE PASS for digital identity verification and onboarding purposes
Language & Soft Skills
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic or South Asian languages is a valued additional asset
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills across multicultural kitchen teams
- Flexibility to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and public holidays as operational needs require
- Must reliably commute to Abu Dhabi Airport or be planning to relocate before starting work
About Ranfas Nuburger Food
Ranfas Nuburger Food is not your average food manufacturer. Operating right inside Abu Dhabi International Airport, the brand serves thousands of travelers, crew members, and airport staff every single day with quality burgers built on speed, consistency, and uncompromising hygiene. The kitchen never stops — and the team that runs it is passionate, driven, and committed to excellence 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
This is your chance to join a growing brand at one of the world’s most exciting operational environments — a true airport kitchen where every shift counts and every burger matters.
To Apply: Click Apply and share a specific example of how you managed food production under tight deadlines. The team wants real details and real experience — not clichés.
Who Should Apply?
UAE-Based F&B Professionals: Seeking a high-visibility hybrid role with strong salary and growth potential
Food Manufacturing Managers: With 5–7 years experience in QSR, airline catering, or airport food operations
Production Operations Leaders: Comfortable managing both on-site teams and remote coordination simultaneously
HACCP & ADAFSA Compliance Experts: With hands-on UAE food safety regulatory experience
Shift & Multi-Team Managers: Experienced in 24/7 operations, multi-shift planning, and KPI tracking
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