Culinary Supervisor: Hands-On Kitchen Leadership

Aramark Corporation; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to coordinate, plan, participate, and supervise the production, preparation, and presentation of food for a designated unit.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, inventory control, and adherence to sanitation and safety standards, with a focus on teamwork and operational excellence. Evening and weekend hours are required to support events and peak times.

Qualifications

• Two to three years' experience in a related culinary position.
• Two to three years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree.
• Advanced knowledge of principles and practices within the food profession.
• Experiential knowledge in management of people and/or problems.
• Excellent oral, reading, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work event-based hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in production, preparation, and presentation of foods for unit(s).
• Maintain inventory to meet daily needs, record deliveries, and handle discrepancies.
• Ensure proper handling of food products and equipment to meet safety standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and high sanitation standards are maintained.
• Interview, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach, and counsel staff.

Skills

Culinary experience

Staff leadership

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree

Post-high school education

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to coordinate, plan, participate, and supervise the production, preparation, and presentation of food for a designated unit.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, inventory control, and adherence to sanitation and safety standards, with a focus on teamwork and operational excellence. Evening and weekend hours are required to support events and peak times.