Kitchen Supervisor

Job Summary
The Kitchen Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen in a fast-paced environment. This position involves overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring that high-quality meals are prepared and served efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for food service, with experience in fine dining or hospitality settings.

Duties

• Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
• Manage inventory control, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste.
• Assist in menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Train new kitchen staff on cooking techniques, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service during meal periods.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and facilities to ensure proper maintenance.

Skills

• Proven experience in food service management or a supervisory role within a kitchen environment (2+ years preferred, 4+ years of line cook preferred)
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
• Excellent culinary skills with experience as a cook in fine dining establishments preferred.
• Ability to manage inventory effectively and implement cost-control measures.
• Exceptional leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration between kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• A passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests.

Job Type: Full-time

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift