Event Kitchen Supervisor: Lead, Create, Serve

Aramark Correctional Services; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services seeks a Culinary Supervisor to lead all food production across venues, ensuring adherence to recipes, standards and sanitation while actively developing menus for events throughout the year.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, Concessions expertise, and safe, cost-conscious kitchen operations. Candidates should have 2+ years cuisine experience and a food safety certification, with strong communication to coordinate with management and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of culinary experience; concessions/events preferred.
• Proven knowledge of food preparation, various cooking methods and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all food production in all areas of food service.
• Assist with developing menus and creating recipes.
• Set up the concessions stands for success prior to all events.
• Assist in food production in the concession stands during events and ensure recipes are followed.
• Ensure cooks meet Aramark standards and receive needed support.
• Maintain sanitation, cleanliness and safety across all kitchen areas.
• Establish controls to minimize food waste.
• Train staff on safety, sanitation and accident prevention.
• Develop standard recipes and techniques to assure high quality and control costs.
• Cook or supervise cooking of items requiring skillful preparation.
• Evaluate food quality and price targets.
• Collaborate with management to sustain service principles and guest satisfaction.
• Update policies to reflect modern techniques and equipment.
• Establish regular cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen areas and equipment.
• Assist in new program development and implementation.
• Optimize food and labor costs.
• Support culinary skills training programs and leadership development.

Skills

Culinary experience

Concessions experience

Food safety knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services seeks a Culinary Supervisor to lead all food production across venues, ensuring adherence to recipes, standards and sanitation while actively developing menus for events throughout the year.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, Concessions expertise, and safe, cost-conscious kitchen operations. Candidates should have 2+ years cuisine experience and a food safety certification, with strong communication to coordinate with management and staff.