Kitchen Supervisor

Kitchen Supervisor

The Kitchen Supervisor is a working shift lead responsible for overseeing assigned kitchen shifts and for the preparation of a wide variety of menu items following established recipes and procedures to ensure that all food products meet departmental standards and resident expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and oversees assigned kitchen shifts, directing cooks and utility staff to ensure smooth, on-time production and service for restaurants, buffets, care areas, and banquets.
• Authorized to open and close the kitchen; completes all opening and closing checklists and checks out cooks at the end of shift.
• Ensures compliance with all labeling and dating requirements; verifies that all food products are properly wrapped, labeled, dated, stored, and rotated (FIFO).
• Ensures all temperature logs, sanitation logs, and related documentation are completed accurately and kept up to date for all assigned areas.
• Maintains overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, walk-ins, freezers, and dry storage.
• Prepares and directs preparation of regular and special diet foods according to prescribed menus and recipes.
• Assists with physical inventories and ordering as needed, including entering counts and maintaining accurate records.
• Assists with job training for new associates and coaches cooks on safety, sanitary, and food preparation requirements.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent education required; Associate's degree in culinary arts or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in commercial, institutional, or related volume food preparation.
• Minimum of one year of lead or supervisory experience in a culinary environment preferred.
• ServSafe certified (food handlers or managers course), or ability to complete certification upon hire.

Benefits Snapshot

• Paid Time Off package
• Education Program to offer financial assistance with education costs
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• Free Meal while working
• Paid Holidays
• Free gym and pool access
• Free parking
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits