Cook Supervisor

M2 HEALTHCARE LTD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

M2 HEALTHCARE LTD in New York, NY, is seeking a Cook Supervisor to lead kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food safety, quality and presentation. You will manage a 50-55 hour work week, maintain cleanliness, train and develop team, and step in for the manager when needed in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

This role requires prior restaurant experience, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to daily operations, safety, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum restaurant experience (2+ years)
• Strong hospitality mindset with guests and staff
• Critical problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and a team player
• Punctual, adaptable, and passionate
• Leadership and willingness to develop the team
• Ability to pivot quickly in all situations
• Desire for continued learning and growth

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Punctuality

Team player

Adaptability

Job description

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 developmentA “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