As Goddess and Grocer enters an exciting new phase of growth, we are seeking a Catering Kitchen Supervisor with experience in strong team management in a high volume environment.
The catering kitchen is located at 1036 N. Kilbourn Avenue.
The Catering Kitchen Supervisor is responsible for closely overseeing the day to day kitchen productions, logistics including ordering, setting proper pars, inventory management and minimizing waste, with a focus on overall quality, consistency, and profitability. Embodies the culture and leadership style of commitment, integrity, and perseverance while driving desired results. The Catering Kitchen Supervisor is also responsible for maintaining and complying with health department rules and regulations. Supports Executive Chef in achieving successful daily operations and targeted financial results. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Your day-to-day:
- Kitchen Organization
- Comply with Illinois Department of Labor’s standards in managing kitchen staff.
- Effective and positive communication with the Executive Chef and all kitchen staff, delivery team, and store staff.
- Ordering of products to ensure we always have needed ingredients and supplies on hand.
- Support and train staff to ensure the highest quality possible.
- Oversight of production schedule to meet deadlines for store deliveries and catering orders.
- Train and supervise other culinary team members in preparing menu items according to recipe.
- Ensure proper levels of kitchen staffing keeping labor standards and numbers. .
- Catering orders are fulfilled in a timely manner with the utmost care and quality with attention to detail.
- Ensure quality and cleanliness of kitchen and surrounding areas according to City of Chicago Health Department rules and regulations.
- Ensures facilities are maintained by using R&M daily and weekly check-lists.
- Maintain food, labor, and other expenses at budgeted levels.
- Manage inventory at the Commissary, ensure proper rotation and maintain reasonable pars.
- Administrative duties as assigned by Executive Chef
- Working with the Executive Chef on development and implementation of new menu items, specials, and more.
- Perform other duties as assigned
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