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Great Wolf Lodge

Supervisor, Food & Beverage

Great Wolf Lodge, Gurnee, Illinois, United States, 60031

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1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee IL 60031, United States

Overview Pay: $22 per hour

At Great Wolf, the

Food Outlet Supervisor

brings joy to families through involvement in daily food outlet and lodge operations. This leadership role is critical in executing on business requirements, supporting the food and beverage team, and interacting with guest and pack members to enhance their experience and maximize profitability.

Hiring immediately with full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling

Join our Pack

Grow your career : A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent development programs at all levels

Great Perks : Take advantage of exclusive perks for you, your family, and friends - including discounted vacations and employee referral incentives

Learn While You Earn : Gain access to Great Wolf University for on-the-job training, functional, and leadership training

Prioritize Your Well-Being : We offer flexible scheduling, access to a holistic wellness program and technology, and support through our Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund

Celebrate Your Uniqueness : Join a team that cheers for diversity and inclusion through programs that make everyone feel welcome and recognized.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health savings account

Telehealth resources

Life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation time off

Paid parental leave

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Supervises daily food outlet operations to ensure successful execution of all lodge standards and completion of daily tasks and assignments

Assists with the overall operation of the restaurant(s) including; Point of Sale transactions, expediting, restocking, ensuring staff breaks

Ensures that outlets are sanitized, cleaned, stocked, and setup correctly at start of and throughout the shift while always adhering to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies

Provides coaching, encouragement, and recognition to pack members regularly

Understands and champions Great Wolf policies and procedures, and collaborates with Department and Lodge leadership in performance management of the department and its Pack Members

Responds to pack/guest concerns and escalates to leadership as appropriate

Understands and participates in scheduling of staff, execution of labor management and forecasting

Provides supervisory and administrative support for food and beverage operations including; scheduling, payroll, time and attendance, reservations, inventory, receiving, birthday parties and personnel related matters

Performs daily audits per procedure to ensure optimal operation to standards

Conducts daily stand up meetings with food and beverage pack to prioritize the day and facilitates feedback from Pack Members

Monitors performance of staff, providing real time feedback and coaching

Participates in recruitment process and selection of talent for the F&B staff

Partner with F&B leadership to develop and execute action plans related to guest service and Pack Member engagement measured through NPS and eNPS

Participate in pack performance management including; employee reviews, corrective action, investigations, conflict resolution, etc.

Maintains quality of operation by ensuring service excellence, ensuring adequate supply and food inventory levels, and operation of equipment by troubleshooting, maintenance, and/or calling for repair

Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring programs ensuring a safe facility that complies with all appropriate regulations--Ergonomics, Emergency Responses, Injury and Illness Prevention, and Hazard Communications Programs

Basic Qualifications & Skills

High School diploma or GED

Minimum of 1 year experience in a food service leadership capacity

Minimum of 1 year experience utilizing Point-of-Sale (POS) technology

Experience with Microsoft Office and general software systems; proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook

Demonstrated customer service, conflict resolution, employee engagement, retention and team building skills

Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, etc.) as they apply to cash handling

Proficient in both written and spoken English

Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays as needed

Desired Qualifications & Traits

Associates degree or higher in hospitality or related field

Prior experience with Micros POS

Serve-Safe and/or TIPS certification

Previous hotel experience, preferably in a large family resort or hotel

Physical Requirements

Able to lift up to 30lbs

Able to bend, stretch, and twist

Able to stand and walk for long periods of time

Restaurant Supervisor At Great Wolf, the

Restaurant Supervisor

is critical to ensuring exceptional hospitality and is responsible for overseeing restaurant operations and personnel, scheduling employees, and assisting with restaurant operations as needed. The Supervisor coordinates the work of restaurant staff to ensure efficient operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ensures operational execution by communicating expectations to Lead Servers and restaurant staff to ensure restaurant operations are efficient and meet all set standards

Provides administrative support for front of house operations including; scheduling, payroll, reservations, inventory, receiving, and personnel related matters

Interacts with guests and pack members, provides feedback to staff throughout their shift to ensure quality service; works with management to investigate and resolve guest concerns

Assists with the overall operation of the restaurant(s) including; Point of Sale transactions, expediting, re-stocking, quality, and staff breaks and performance

Ensures that restaurants are sanitized, cleaned, stocked, and setup correctly for opening and that they remain that way through the shift

Communicates with fellow Supervisors through various shifts to ensure successful operations of the restaurant(s)

Identify all Out of Order equipment and pass along to Manager for repair

Support management in staff performance related matters including; employee reviews, corrective action, investigations, conflict resolution, etc.

Assists with the coordination and execution of birthday parties

Protects establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies

Basic Qualifications & Skills

Some High School education or equivalent

1+ year previous experience in a food service team lead capacity or leadership role

1+ year utilizing Point-of-Sale (POS) technology

Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) as they apply to cash handling

Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends, and Holidays as needed

Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen

Desired Qualifications & Traits

Prior experience with Micros POS

Serve-Safe and/or TIPS certification

Proven teamwork

Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence

Enthusiastic and positive energy

Physical Requirements

Able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Able to bend, stretch, and twist

Able to stand for long periods of time

Pay Rate:

Pay rate to be determined based on experience.

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Great Wolf's total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and other perks.

Application Instructions Click on "Apply Now" or chat with a recruiter (bottom of your screen on Great Wolf's website). After a brief application, all qualified applicants will be immediately invited to setup an interview or attend an upcoming hiring event.

Position Close Date:

9/29/2025

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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