Culinary Supervisor

CookUnity; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Cigna)

Weekly payments

Opportunity for advancement

Family meal served daily

Job summary

CookUnity is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to oversee culinary operations and lead kitchen teams in a fast-paced environment. You will promote recipe accuracy, monitor costs, and ensure health and safety compliance across all stations.

The role requires 1–3 years in culinary leadership, a culinary degree or certification, and strong organizational and communication skills. You will also supervise family meals and contribute to sustainability initiatives in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• 1–3 years of experience in a culinary leadership role in high-volume settings.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen management.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and high standards of food quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage trims and yields to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
• Monitor portion control and food usage to optimize cost efficiency.
• Implement strategies to reduce food waste and enhance kitchen sustainability.
• Conduct regular inspections of preparation areas, equipment, and storage to ensure sanitation.
• Review poor-performing meals for opportunities to improve.
• Sample new ingredients to continuously improve quality.
• Enforce health and safety regulations and proper handling procedures.
• Oversee family meal program, including menu planning and rotation.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Communication

Team motivation

Organization

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. And with it, it has lost the power to nourish, inspire, and connect us. So in 2018, CookUnity was founded as the first-of-its-kind platform that connects the world with the source of truly great food: chefs. Today, CookUnity delivers 50 million meals a year from the industry’s best chefs to homes all over the country. Fresh. Ready-to-eat. And crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul.

Unwilling to stop there, CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever-innovating marketplace focused on our singular mission: empower Chefs to nourish the world.

If that mission has you hungry in more ways than one, you've found the right job posting.

About the Role

As a Culinary Supervisor, you will play a vital role in overseeing the culinary operations within our establishment. This position requires a blend of culinary expertise and leadership skills. You will collaborate with kitchen team members, promote recipe accuracy, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage trims and yields to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
• Monitor portion control and food usage to optimize cost efficiency.
• Implement strategies to reduce food waste and enhance overall kitchen sustainability.
• Conduct regular inspections of food preparation areas, equipment, and storage facilities to ensure cleanliness and compliance with sanitation standards.
• Review poor-performing meals for opportunities to improve.
• Sample new and existing ingredients to continuously improve ingredient quality
• Enforce adherence to health and safety regulations and food handling procedures.
• Implement proper sanitation practices and hygiene protocols in the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health department regulations and requirements.
• Family Meal Oversight
  • Supervise the family meal program, ensuring that staff meals are prepared and served efficiently.
  • Coordinate menu planning and rotation for family meals, taking into account dietary preferences and nutritional balance, as well as cost and sustainability.
  • Maintain high standards of quality and food safety for family meal service.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• 1-3 years of experience in a culinary leadership role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Culinary degree or certification from a recognized culinary institution is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation methods, and kitchen management principles.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to upholding high standards of food quality and service.
• Ability to walk and stand for the entirety of the shift
• Ability to complete tasks in cold (coolers) or hot (kitchens) environments
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Health Insurance coverage with Cigna

Weekly payments

Opportunity for advancement

Family meal served daily

Weekly payments

Opportunity for advancement

Compensation

All final pay rates will be determined by candidates experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Compensation

All final pay rates will be determined by candidates experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Pay Range for this position

$24 — $27 USD

If you're interested in this role, please submit your application, and if we think you might be a fit, we'll get in touch with you.Thank you for your time!

CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

A quick note for all candidates
We've recently seen an increase in recruitment scams across the industry, and we want to make sure you (and your data) stay safe while applying to CookUnity. We also want you to know that we take this seriously — sometimes, as part of our process, we may ask for a brief"proof of humanity" to confirm that we're connecting with a real person, not an impersonator. Here are a few tips to help you protect yourself and know what to expect from us:

• Apply only through our official channels. All open roles are listed on our official careers page: careers.cookunity.com
• Our recruiters are real people — and easy to verify. You can always find them on LinkedIn with verified profiles. If you're unsure, feel free to reach out to us on our official LinkedIn Company Page .
• We only communicate through official CookUnity channels. That means emails ending [e-mail] and interviews held through official company platforms (Google Meet or Zoom) — never WhatsApp, Telegram, or SMS.
• We'll never ask for payment or personal financial details. If anyone does, please don't share any information and let us know right away.

If something ever feels off or you're unsure about a message, we'd much rather you double-check with us. You can always contact us directly through any of our social media channels. We appreciate your interest in joining CookUnity — and we care about keeping your experience (and safety) as genuine as possible.