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Friendship That Fuels the Journey
At SSP America, we believe the best workplaces are built on genuine connection. Our teams do more than share shifts, goals, or guest experiences. They share laughter, encouragement, and friendship.
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The Heart of Hospitality
At SSP America, customer service is more than a standard, it’s a calling. Every guest interaction is an opportunity to make the travel experience more personal and more memorable. From the first greeting to the last goodbye, our teams take pride in being the best part of someone’s journey.
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A Look of Place: Burgandy Viscosi Brings Mi Casa Cantina to Life
At SSP America, we’re PASSIONate about creating airport dining experiences that bring an authentic taste of place. With our boutique brand, Mi Casa Cantina, that philosophy extends beyond the menu to the walls themselves, where colorful murals tell stories of tradition, culture, and community.
Celebrating Our PASSION Cup Winners “Top Gun” Style
The PASSION Cup, a prestigious award at SSP America, is a testament to the exceptional leadership of airport directors. It is bestowed upon those who have led their teams to achieve outstanding results across a range of metrics, including safety and service. In 2023, this esteemed honor was bestowed upon Michael Diraddo of John F. Kennedy International Airport, Terminal 4 (JFK T4), Cecil Delaney of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), and Susan O’Neill of Colorado Springs Airport (COS).
SSP America and the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC)
In August of 2024, the SSP America team had an extraordinary time at AMAC’s Airport Business Diversity Conference.
SSP America Has More Than 170 Certified Green Restaurants® Across 12 Airports
We’re proud that 172 of our restaurants across 12 airports have earned the prestigious Certified Green Restaurant® sustainability certification by the Green Restaurant Association (GRA).
SSP America Joint Venture Partner Elliott Threatt Gives What He Gets
One of our valued joint venture partners is Elliott Threatt. Many people know Elliott as an Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated comedian and while laughing certainly feeds the soul, he brings a lot more to the table than jokes.
SSP America, Guiding the Next Generation of Food Travel Experts
SSP America’s Director of Strategic Partnerships Stacey Rush served as a judge in the DECA Maryland State Competition. DECA, formerly the Distributive Education Clubs of America, prepares high school and college students to be the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. The not-for-profit career and technical student organization has more than 224,000 members across all 50 U.S. states and many countries preparing students to enter the workforce.
SSP America Leaders Discuss PASSION, Airport Restaurant Jobs, & More!
Recently, our Chief Operating Officer Amanda Busby and Vice President of People Sherree Coker brought their teams together in Phoenix to collaborate. Their conversations revolved around managing growth, our many jobs hiring now, delivering a world-class experience to passengers, and cultivating a culture filled with PASSION. The PASSION was evident!
‘Whistler’ While You Work
We’re pleased to have opened Whistler Taphouse & Grill, a Whistler Brewing Company brand, at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). We like to ‘Whistler while we create work opportunities!’
SSP America & Midway Partnership Create Work Opportunities in Chicago
SSP America recently opened a terrific collection of new restaurants at Midway International Airport (MDW)! Congratulations to our food travel experts for the tremendous passion and effort to get these restaurants open and create work opportunities in Chicago! It takes every one of the PASSION Principles to open new restaurants!
Safety First—AND Second
At SSP America, we like to say ‘safety first—AND second.’ That’s why we celebrate team members as they go through training like the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual Training for Human Food.
Joining CVG and Increasing Work Opportunities in the Community!
SSP America joined the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) community! We’re thrilled to be bringing six exciting new restaurants, including boutique concepts that address the unique needs of CVG passengers, and familiar national brands.
SSP America Opens Multiple New Concepts at YOW
SSP America is thrilled to have opened a wonderful new collection of restaurants and increased work opportunities at Ottawa International Airport (YOW)!
SSP America Sharing Ideas and Increasing Opportunities
The Business Development team traveled to San Antonio for the Airports Council International-North America CEO Forum.
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We’ve Got Soul [Food]!
SSP America’s ‘fin-tastically’ creative team of commercial experts, led by VP of Commercial Josh Barone, were winners at the 2024 Questex Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for chain beverage executives.
We’re Always Ready To ‘Seas The Day’
SSP America’s ‘fin-tastically’ creative team of commercial experts, led by VP of Commercial Josh Barone, were winners at the 2024 Questex Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for chain beverage executives.
Creating Restaurant Jobs With The Mayor of Flavortown, Guy Fieri
Ever wonder ‘are there any exciting career openings near me?’ SSP America is proud to have opened an exciting new restaurant at Newark Liberty International Airport, in partnership with Guy Fieri, called Flavortown Kitchen + Bar.
Flying into the Indy 500
With crowd restrictions lifted for the first time since 2019, the Hoosier anthem ‘Back Home Again in Indiana’ will be sung to the 33 drivers and a crowd of over 300,000 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this Sunday.
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