Chef Supervisor

St. Barnabas Health System, Inc.Pennsylvania, United StatesOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 1 week ago

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About this role

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Chef Supervisor to lead our kitchen team and help ensure smooth, efficient, and high-quality kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

- Supervise and support kitchen staff during daily operations.

- Ensure food is prepared consistently according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.

- Be able to work and provide coverage in all kitchen positions as needed.

- Assign tasks and help coordinate kitchen staff throughout the shift.

- Monitor food quality, portion control, temperatures, and proper food handling.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times.

- Ensure all ServSafe and health department food-safety procedures are followed.

- Monitor food inventory and communicate shortages or ordering needs to management.

- Help reduce food waste and maintain proper food storage and labeling.

- Train and coach kitchen employees on recipes, procedures, sanitation, and proper kitchen practices.

- Address kitchen issues and communicate any concerns to management.

- Ensure equipment is properly cleaned and maintained.

- Responsible for closing the kitchen nightly, including cleaning, sanitation, food storage, temperature checks, securing equipment, and making sure the kitchen is properly prepared for the next day.

- Complete closing duties and ensure all kitchen staff responsibilities are completed before leaving.

- Maintain a professional and positive working environment.

- Follow all company policies and procedures.

Schedule

- 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

- Every Third weekend (staffing permitting)

- Must be available to work the scheduled shift consistently.

Additional flexibility may be required based on business needs

Qualifications

Qualifications

- Minimum 5 years of professional cooking/kitchen experience preferred.

- Culinary degree or college education in Culinary Arts preferred.

- ServSafe certification required.

- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards.

- Must be able to work in all kitchen positions and step in wherever needed.

- Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to lead by example.