Culinary Supervisor

Hotel-Bardo-Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Bardo Savannah is seeking a skilled Culinary Supervisor to support daily kitchen operations and ensure consistent culinary standards across service periods. This onsite role focuses on organization, leadership, and efficient food preparation to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will work with chefs to plan production, train new kitchen staff, monitor quality and sanitation, and help manage inventory and waste.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional kitchen experience in high-volume or upscale dining.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary training or degree preferred but not required with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen team during prep and service to maintain efficient workflow.
• Assist with food preparation, cooking, and plating per recipes and standards.
• Support daily production planning and station organization.
• Monitor food quality, portions, and presentation to meet brand standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness.
• Train and onboard new kitchen staff on procedures.
• Maintain workstation organization and inventory control.
• Assist with inventory management and minimize waste.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen and service teams for smooth service.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary training or degree

Job description

LEFT LANE is a vertically integrated real estate design, development and management firm specializing in the acquisition and transformation of iconic, historic properties. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, dynamic, and inspiring workplace and company culture where our team members are inspired to create lasting impressions through warm, anticipatory service. How we want our guests to feel when staying with us is the same as…how we want our team to feel every day.

LEFT LANE’s flagship property is Hotel Bardo Savannah , named one of the best hotels in the world in 2024 by Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler .Hotel Bardo team member benefits include PTO and paid holidays, 401k matching, health and telehealth benefits, discounts on resort offerings like rooms, dining, shop and spa, complimentary onsite fitness classes, complimentary meals in our team member café and more.

About the role

Hotel Bardo Savannah is seeking a skilled and motivated Culinary Supervisor to support daily kitchen operations and ensure the consistent execution of our culinary standards across service periods. This role plays a key part in maintaining organization in the kitchen, supporting team leadership, and ensuring quality and efficiency during food preparation and service.

This is an onsite position located at Hotel Bardo Savannah.

What you'll do

• Supervise kitchen team members during prep and service to ensure efficient workflow and consistent execution
• Assist with food preparation, cooking, and plating according to established recipes and presentation standards
• Support Chefs with daily production planning and station organization
• Monitor food quality, portioning, and presentation to ensure brand standards are met throughout service
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
• Help train and onboard new kitchen team members on procedures and standards
• Maintain organization of workstations, walk-ins, and storage areas
• Assist with inventory management, product rotation, and minimizing food waste
• Communicate clearly with kitchen and service teams to ensure smooth service execution

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional kitchen experience in a high-volume or upscale dining environment, preferably in a hotel or resort setting
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation techniques, and sanitation standards
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Culinary training or degree preferred but not required with relevant experience