Cook Supervisor

Beach Garden Rehab & Nursing Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Beach Garden Rehab & Nursing Center is seeking a Cook Supervisor to lead kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and hands-on supervision of food preparation and service.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of restaurant experience, a passion for hospitality, and a proactive, adaptable attitude. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen staff is required or preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Clean and maintain station with proper safety and sanitation.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment.
• Restock items as needed during the shift.
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes.

Skills

Staff leadership

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Punctuality

Adaptability

Food safety

Strong work ethic

Job description

Beach Garden Rehab & Nursing Center -

The Cook Supervisor position includes the following but is not limited to:

Leading staff with proper communication skills and composure

Handle a 50-55 hour work week with open availability

Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Establish, enforce and maintain all standards of service, sanitation and state compliance

Hands on supervision of preparation for PM service periods

Focus on safety, quality, consistency, organization

Maintain standards of quality, costs, eye appeal and overall flavor

Ability to assume complete control of the kitchen in the absence of manager

Ensure proper staffing for maximum productivity in high volume restaurant to enable maximum profitability

Communicate with Manager on supervision and development of employees ensuring they maintain a productive and positive attitude

Responsible for knowing all aspects of the culinary operation

Ideal candidate will possess:

Prior restaurant experience (minimum 2 years)

A passion for giving true hospitality (both to guests and staff members)

Critical problem-solving skills

Self-motivated, team player

Punctual, adaptable, passionate

A keen ability and desire for team development

A "do-whatever it takes" attitude

The ability to pivot quickly and be adaptable in all situations

Strong leadership skills

The desire for continued learning

Job Duties:

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficiently
• Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety and sanitation
• Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment
• Restock items as needed throughout the shift
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes