Evening Kitchen Operations Lead

CookUnity; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Healthcare coverage

Daily lunch provided

Growth and advancement opportunities

Job summary

CookUnity is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Operations Supervisor to lead evening kitchen production and ensure smooth shift execution. This role enforces strict adherence to SOPs, GMPs, and food safety standards while supporting Culinary Operations Leads and production teams on the floor.

You will monitor real-time operations, correct issues immediately, and maintain workflow integrity across production zones.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a commercial kitchen or food production.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, GMPs, and SOP-driven operations.
• Proven ability to enforce standards and escalate issues appropriately.
• Experience monitoring live production and supporting team decision-making.
• Proficient with production software, messaging tools, and digital reporting systems.
• Flexible availability including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee live kitchen production during evening shifts and ensure smooth execution.
• Enforce SOPs, GMPs and food safety standards on the floor.
• Support Culinary Operations Leads and production teams on shift.
• Monitor real-time operations, address issues, and maintain workflow integrity.
• Communicate clearly with hourly teams and leadership across shifts.

Skills

Floor leadership

Real-time decision making

Food safety knowledge

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Shift coordination

Tools

Production software

Messaging tools

Digital reporting systems

Job description

CookUnity is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Operations Supervisor to lead evening kitchen production and ensure smooth shift execution. This role enforces strict adherence to SOPs, GMPs, and food safety standards while supporting Culinary Operations Leads and production teams on the floor.

You will monitor real-time operations, correct issues immediately, and maintain workflow integrity across production zones.