Real-Time Food Safety: How AI is Transforming Airport Dining Operations
July 22, 2025
What if you could unlock the secrets of maintaining food safety and quality across one of the most complex food service environments - airports?
In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams sits down with Arahmelle Tan (SVP of Supply Chain and Logistics) and Airomo Russel (Director of Food Safety and QA) from OTG Management to explore the unique challenges and innovations in airport food service operations. They share invaluable insights on building a comprehensive food safety culture, leveraging technology for supply chain transparency, and balancing speed with safety in high-pressure environments. Whether you're managing complex food operations or seeking to strengthen your safety protocols, this conversation offers practical strategies for maintaining consistency without compromise. Tune in to discover how leading food safety professionals are using predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and strong supplier partnerships to serve millions of travelers safely every day.
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Airport food safety is no easy task—it demands speed, precision, and consistency across a wide range of operations and touchpoints.
In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams sits down with Arahmelle Tan, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics, and Airomo Russel, Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at OTG Management. Together, they explore how to maintain high food safety and quality standards in one of the most fast-paced and complex environments: the airport.
🌱 Introducing AskReg by Trustwell – Your AI-Powered Regulatory Assistant. From food safety to nutritional labeling, get fast, accurate answers backed by verified sources — across the U.S., Canada, EU, and more. Just $299/year – and get 25% off with code PODCAST25. To claim your discount, visit AskReg AI Software Options | Trustwell
Arahmelle and Airomo discuss how they build a strong food safety culture that spans every level of the organization—from dishwashers to executives—through clear protocols, shared responsibility, and ongoing training. They highlight the role of digital systems in maintaining compliance across multiple airport terminals and how strong supplier partnerships help ensure consistent quality and safety. The conversation dives into the importance of balancing speed with safety, using operational readiness, predictive analytics, and real-time monitoring to stay ahead of potential risks.
They also explore how OTG integrates sustainability into its operations without compromising safety, and how emerging tools like AI-powered inventory systems and smart labeling are changing the game. With limited space and tight schedules, navigating airport supply chains presents unique challenges. Arahmelle and Airomo share how they tackle these issues head-on while keeping freshness and safety at the forefront.
Arahmelle Tan brings over 20 years of experience in travel and hospitality, leading major initiatives in demand forecasting, distribution, and supply chain innovation. Her leadership is grounded in a people-first approach and deep operational knowledge. Airomo Russel also brings two decades of expertise, including ten years at the NYC Department of Health. Her work focuses on regulatory compliance, risk management, and education, advocating for safer food systems through training and storytelling.
Together, Arahmelle and Airomo offer an inside look at how to run safe, efficient, and forward-thinking food service operations in one of the most demanding sectors of the industry.
In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams sits down with Arahmelle Tan, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics, and Airomo Russel, Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at OTG Management. Together, they explore how to maintain high food safety and quality standards in one of the most fast-paced and complex environments: the airport.
🌱 Introducing AskReg by Trustwell – Your AI-Powered Regulatory Assistant. From food safety to nutritional labeling, get fast, accurate answers backed by verified sources — across the U.S., Canada, EU, and more. Just $299/year – and get 25% off with code PODCAST25. To claim your discount, visit AskReg AI Software Options | Trustwell
Arahmelle and Airomo discuss how they build a strong food safety culture that spans every level of the organization—from dishwashers to executives—through clear protocols, shared responsibility, and ongoing training. They highlight the role of digital systems in maintaining compliance across multiple airport terminals and how strong supplier partnerships help ensure consistent quality and safety. The conversation dives into the importance of balancing speed with safety, using operational readiness, predictive analytics, and real-time monitoring to stay ahead of potential risks.
They also explore how OTG integrates sustainability into its operations without compromising safety, and how emerging tools like AI-powered inventory systems and smart labeling are changing the game. With limited space and tight schedules, navigating airport supply chains presents unique challenges. Arahmelle and Airomo share how they tackle these issues head-on while keeping freshness and safety at the forefront.
Arahmelle Tan brings over 20 years of experience in travel and hospitality, leading major initiatives in demand forecasting, distribution, and supply chain innovation. Her leadership is grounded in a people-first approach and deep operational knowledge. Airomo Russel also brings two decades of expertise, including ten years at the NYC Department of Health. Her work focuses on regulatory compliance, risk management, and education, advocating for safer food systems through training and storytelling.
Together, Arahmelle and Airomo offer an inside look at how to run safe, efficient, and forward-thinking food service operations in one of the most demanding sectors of the industry.
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