Culinary Training & Production Supervisor

Kitchens For Good; San Diego (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Culinary Training & Production Supervisor to oversee food preparation and training programs for apprentices. This non-exempt full-time position requires strong leadership and culinary skills to manage food production while providing mentorship and support to individuals from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate will possess at least five years of experience in the culinary industry along with a passion for teaching and guiding budding culinary professionals.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement savings

Professional development budget

13 paid holidays

PTO Plan

Group term life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• ServSafe Manager certified highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation, cooking, and packaging of food.
• Monitor compliance with food preparation procedures.
• Hire, train, and manage direct reports.

Skills

Collaboration Skills

Customer/Client Focus

Flexibility

Stress Management/Composure

Excellent Communication

Ability to teach and mentor others

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kitchens for Good

POSITION TITLE: Culinary Training & Production Supervisor

REPORTS TO: Director of Programs

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

COMPENSATION: $31.25 - $33.65/hr.

LOCATION: DOH San Diego, CA

Who we are:

Kitchens for Good transforms lives through culinary arts. Our California State-Certified Apprenticeship programs help apprentices to grow and gain confidence so they can enjoy well-paying jobs in the Hospitality sector. Many of our apprentices have been impacted by histories of trauma and faced barriers to employment. Our programs give them the technical and life skills they need to find meaningful careers in the hospitality industry.

Position Summary:

The Culinary Training & Production Supervisor will provide on-the-job (OJT) training to Apprentices in KFG’s Culinary and Baking Programs. The OJT will consist of culinary and baking production that supports KFG Social Enterprises. The Culinary Training & Production Supervisor will plan, organize, supervise, and assist in the preparation of food to be delivered to various KFG Social Enterprises in accordance with contract requirements and/or Social Enterprise goals.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation, cooking, and packaging of food for KFG Social Enterprises.
• Adhere to and monitor compliance with approved food preparation and service procedures, including use of standardized recipes, portion control, presentation and quality of food and HACCP.
• Implements cleaning schedule for production areas and monitors daily sanitation inspection.
• Collaborates with Food Service Director and Registered Dietician to ensure food production meets contractual and budget standards.
• Maintains clean, well-organized storage areas, including freezers, refrigerators, and dry storage areas.
• Oversee the development and implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for purchasing, receiving, storage and distribution of food, supplies and equipment; food preparation, service, and sanitation; personnel training, financial reporting.
• Implements and monitors compliance with approved receiving, storage, distribution and inventory procedures of all food and supplies.
• Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining records, accurate preparation, and timely completion of all required reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Staff Management

• Hire, train, and manage direct report(s).
• Establish clear expectations, develop a robust workplan that is driven to meet the department’s key performance indicators.
• Effectively manage projects while empowering others.
• Manage performance according to KFG’s evaluation and performance improvement processes.
• Collaborate with Project Launch staff to identify apprentices that would be a good fit for Transitional on-the-job training employment opportunities.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
• Shares performance feedback, both positive and negative, with Project Launch team, as per program protocols.
• Using a Trauma-Informed approach, coach and motivate a positive team through communication, incentives, and evaluations.
• Develop and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage, efficiency, and alignment with operational needs.
  
  
  

Competencies:

• Collaboration Skills
• Customer/Client Focus
• Flexibility
• Stress Management/Composure
• Excellent Communication
• Ability to teach and mentor others.
  
  
  

Education and Work Experience:

• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience with large-scale food production
• Demonstrated coaching style reflecting compassion, respect, and integrity.
• Experience working with youth, highly desired.
• Graduated Kitchens for Good Apprentice (Certified by the Department of Apprenticeship Standards) – highly desired.
• Proficient in (MS Office, etc.)
• Ability to relay information in a manner that provides a positive learning experience and instills a passion for the profession.
• ServSafeManagercertified – highly desirable.
  
  
  

Work Environment:

This job operates in a kitchen environment, housed with equipment such as an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer and chef’s knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat steam, fire and noise.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is required to stand for prolonged periods of time and, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is an non-exempt full-time position. Scheduled hours may vary depending on operational needs. Anticipated schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 8:00am-4:00pm; Monday – Wednesday 1:00pm – 9:00pm

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement savings
• Professional development budget
• 13 paid holidays
• PTO Plan
• Group term life insurance
  
  
  

Acknowledgment:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. Kitchens for Good will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

AT-WILL: The individual hired in this role will be at-will and will be subject to termination by the employee or the Company, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ada) Statement

The Company will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact Juanita Atitsogbuie at 619-736-1873 or [e-mail].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.