The purpose of the Senior Aviation Captain is to act as PIC of Yum! aircraft, ensuring the highest levels of safety and customer service are provided to both passengers and crew. Provide both cultural and technical leadership and coaching to team members on a continuing basis.

The Senior Aviation Caption will be operationally responsible for team members and aircraft assigned to them in support of travel requirements of corporate executive teams.

Salary Ranges: $200,000-$215,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Yum! aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR 91, while working as part of a cohesive, fast-paced team.
Plans and coordinates all aspects of trips assigned
Ensures company policy and regulatory requirements are complied with on flights assigned to act as a crew member.
Serve as a mentor & positive role model for all team members by demonstrating adherence to policy and industry best practices.
Provide feedback related to crew member performance or operational enhancements to Director, Aviation.
Provides leadership to assigned functional teams within department
People Leadership: Campus and contract pilots, numerous relationships with outside training vendors, service providers, industry focus groups, and OEM's

Working Relationships:

Internal: Frequent interaction with senior executives, Board of Directors members, additional flight crew, flight scheduling teammates, maintenance technicians, and functional teams.

External: Vendors, training/service providers, OEM's and corporate aviation organizations

Minimum Requirements:

Possess a valid Airline Transport Pilot certificate with at least one unrestricted Type Rating; the EMB-550 Type Rating is preferred.
5,000 hrs minimum flight time
2,000 hrs minimum Jet PIC
Possess a valid 1st class Medical Certificate
No FAA violations
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with corporate executives, regulatory agencies, and department personnel
Possess a four-year college degree or an equivalent 10 -year industry experience.

Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of over 55,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company’s concepts – KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and the Habit Burger Grill. The Company's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-style food, and pizza categories, respectively. The Habit Burger Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more. In 2023, the KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands were ranked in the top five of Entrepreneur’s Top Global Franchises Ranking. In addition, in 2023 Yum! Brands was included on the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index; Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity; and Newsweek’s lists recognizing America’s Most Responsible Companies, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. In 2022, the Company was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America.

As the world's largest restaurant company, we have a clear and compelling mission: to build the world's most loved, trusted, and fastest-growing restaurant brands. The key and not-so-secret ingredient in our recipe for growth is our unrivaled culture and talent, which fuels our results. To that end, we're looking for talented, motivated, team-oriented individuals to join us and have the opportunity be your best, have fun, make friends, and make a positive impact.

We are excited about the future growth of our brands. In fact, as a company we are opening an average of 8 restaurants a day worldwide! This growth creates endless opportunities for professional, as well as personal growth. Customer sentiment and love for our brands is the fuel for our excitement! Taco Bell has been named one of the 10 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company. Pizza Hut delivers more pizzas than any other pizza company in the world, KFC's still uses its 75-year-old finger-lickin' good recipe, including secret herbs and spices to hand-bread its chicken every day, and the Habit Burger Grill is looking to expand its regional footprint across the country.

Check Out Some Of Our Great Benefits (Some available at HQ locations only)

Recognition based culture and unique, fun events year round
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
Onsite dining center (yes, you can eat KFC, Taco Bell or Pizza hut every day!)
2 paid days off per year to volunteer
Tuition reimbursement, education benefits and scholarship opportunities
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Company paid life insurance
Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, concierge
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
Discounts for life’s adventures (ex: theme parks, wireless plans, etc.)
Comprehensive medical, vision and dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
Grow Yourself Week which is devoted to your personal development