Kitchen Supervisor

Skywalker is seeking a talented and experienced Kitchen Supervisor to join our team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for a variety of unique events. The Kitchen Supervisor will play a crucial role in menu development, demonstrating creativity and innovation while collaborating with our culinary team.

The ideal candidate will be resourceful and capable of effectively managing service for quickly-paced lunch service for up to 150  guests. Flexibility is essential, as the Kitchen Supervisor will create fast-paced, quality meals for staff and guests.  There will be times that this position will help support the banquet team for events of up to 500 ppl. 

This role requires a cross-functional culinary expert with hands-on knowledge across various cuisines. The Kitchen Supervisor will actively participate in food preparation and presentation, consistently striving to elevate the quality and artistry of our offerings. 

Core Work Duties:

• Establish and oversee service offerings for daily lunch services.
• Lead production, food safety, menu development, costing, and recipe testing,, while accommodating dietary requests and restrictions.
• Utilize interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and support kitchen team members.
• Train kitchen associates on cooking fundamentals and plate presentation.

• Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging mutual trust and respect.
• Monitor team performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure fair treatment of employees and address concerns through an open-door policy.
• Assist in identifying staffing needs and fill gaps as necessary
• Engage with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service, addressing any issues or complaints promptly.
• Communicate safety procedures and ensure adherence to food handling and sanitation standards; oversee employee certifications in these areas.
• Monitor the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure standards are met, and determine appropriate presentation and decorative displays
• maintain purchasing and food storage standards.
• Prepare and cook a variety of foods for both regular service and special functions, demonstrating a commitment to superior quality and flavor.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education / Experience:

• Minimum 2  years of previous supervisory/management experience in a kitchen.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in coaching staff and contractors to achieve an environment of cooperation, service, teamwork, and trust.

Required Skills / Competencies:

• Demonstrated positive, strong customer service interest, skills, and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading a team.
• High level of flexibility, and ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours, nighttime and weekends.
• This level of position requires a professional tone, attitude, and the utmost level of confidentiality.
• Financial discipline achieving cost-efficiency and working within established budgets are required.
• Impeccable integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Extremely well organized with excellent time management and follow-up skills.
• Strong business acumen and excellent judgment regarding priorities.
• Highly attentive to details.
• Self-motivated individual with high initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work well independently.
• Willing to pitch in and assist employees as needed.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Mature and polished professional with an upbeat, client-service-oriented demeanor.
• Comfortable interfacing discreetly with senior-level executives, political figures, and individuals with high net worth.

Technical Skills:

• Scheduling/Calendaring
• MS Office Suite

Physical Requirements:

• Move, lift carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision with Generous Cost Sharing
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Policy
• Flexible Spending Account
• Aflac short term disability options
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Care with Urbansitter membership
• Generous PTO Policy
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Performance Review
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunities
• Coaching programs