Culinary Supervisor

Savory; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

Savory is seeking an experienced Culinary Supervisor to lead daily kitchen operations in our high-volume commissary kitchen in New York. You will oversee food production, ensure quality and safety, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to execute daily operations.

The role requires strong leadership, multitasking ability, and a passion for mentoring staff. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a fast-paced culinary environment, with a focus on quality, organization, and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably with supervisory roles in catering or high-volume food production.
• Proven leadership in a fast-paced culinary environment.
• Strong multitasking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication across departments and teams.
• Advanced understanding of food safety regulations and health standards.
• Proficiency with common catering/production software.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple kitchen teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor workflow to meet production goals.
• Coach and develop culinary staff while maintaining a positive team culture.
• Monitor performance and address staffing needs or issues with Sous Chef/Executive Chef.
• Ensure accurate labor schedules, breaks, and adherence to hours.

Skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Food safety

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Catering software

Production management software

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

About Savory

Savory is a boutique hospitality partner delivering chef-driven food experiences for workplaces, events, and venues. From corporate catering and conferences to social gatherings and high-end galas, we offer everything from boxed meals and buffets to elevated receptions, global menus, and fresh grab & go. Built for quality, flexibility, and seamless execution, Savory has consistently delivered exceptional food and hospitality since 2011.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Culinary Supervisor to lead daily kitchen operations and oversee food production in our high‑volume commissary kitchen. This role is responsible for supervising culinary staff, maintaining food quality and safety standards, coordinating production with cross‑functional teams, and ensuring efficient execution of daily operations. The ideal candidate has strong leadership experience in a fast‑paced culinary environment, excels at multitasking, and is passionate about developing team members while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, organization, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Operations

• Supervise multiple kitchen teams across various production tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Assign daily responsibilities and monitor workflow to ensure production goals are met.
• Lead, coach, and develop culinary staff while fostering a positive team environment.
• Monitor employee performance and communicate staffing needs or disciplinary concerns to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Ensure employees are clocking in and out correctly, taking scheduled breaks, and adhering to labor schedules.
• Train team members on culinary techniques, food safety procedures, equipment use, and kitchen best practices.
• Communicate production updates, challenges, and operational needs across culinary, operations, and logistics teams.

Food Production & Quality Control

• Oversee daily food production to ensure recipes, specifications, and presentation standards are consistently met.
• Take ownership of final production quality, including addressing shortages, quality concerns, and order accuracy.
• Coordinate with Operations and Logistics to ensure all labeling, packaging, stickers, and order‑specific requirements are completed accurately.
• Ensure all produce and ingredients meet Savory's quality standards before use.

Inventory & Kitchen Management

• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, packaging, and finished products to minimize waste and prevent shortages.
• Report excess inventory and food waste while assisting with inventory control and monthly counts.
• Provide accurate stock‑on‑hand information and contribute to purchasing and ordering needs.
• Report equipment, maintenance, or facility issues promptly to management.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Enforce Department of Health regulations and Savory food safety standards.
• Ensure proper labeling, dating, storage, and rotation of all food products.
• Promote sanitation best practices and ensure compliance throughout the kitchen.

Job Requirements

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably with supervisory experience in catering, hospitality, or high‑volume food production.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a fast‑paced culinary environment.
• Strong multitasking, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Advanced understanding of food safety regulations and Department of Health standards.
• Department of Health Food Protection Manager Certificate preferred.
• Working knowledge of food cost, labor management, and kitchen operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and catering or production management software.

Culinary Expertise

• Advanced knife skills including chopping, slicing, dicing, julienne, and chiffonade.
• Strong understanding of advanced cooking techniques including:
  • Sous vide
  • Braising
  • Slow roasting
  • Emulsification
  • Advanced food presentation
• Ability to consistently execute recipes while maintaining high production standards.

Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Hourly Pay: $22.00–$25.00, based on experience.
• Flexibility to work weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods in varying temperature conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and repeatedly lift up to 25 pounds.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination for precision culinary work.

Why Join Us

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account and transit benefits
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding culinary company
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture focused on quality and hospitality

Savory is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals have equal opportunities. We value diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.