Culinary Operations Supervisor: Lead Kitchen Team

Aramark; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Aramark partners with Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles to provide food service leadership. The Kitchen Supervisor will oversee culinary staff, ensure top food quality and presentation, and work with management to optimize sales while controlling costs.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant kitchen experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Benefits and scheduling will align with LMU location policies.

Qualifications

• Proven background in culinary arts and food quality standards.
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Strong communication to delegate tasks and maintain operations.

Responsibilities

• Control labor costs by supervising daily kitchen staffing and drive efficiency.
• Oversee food production to meet quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
• Manage production, inventory, and costs in line with culinary standards.
• Monitor food quality, taste, and portion control regularly.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and health procedures per policy and local regs.
• Develop strategies to enhance guest satisfaction through culinary excellence.
• Coordinate front-of-house and back-of-house for seamless service.
• Provide leadership and address staff issues with coaching and development.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Scheduling

Kitchen operations

Experience as cook/lead line

Certifications

Job description

Aramark partners with Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles to provide food service leadership. The Kitchen Supervisor will oversee culinary staff, ensure top food quality and presentation, and work with management to optimize sales while controlling costs.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant kitchen experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Benefits and scheduling will align with LMU location policies.