Food Production Supervisor

DO & CO AG; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meals

401K

Healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental,

Vision

Career development opportunities

Global hospitality brand

Job summary

DO & CO AG in Boston seeks a dynamic Food Production Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen operations, manage a team of helpers and supervisors, and ensure meals are prepared on time to the highest standards.

You will train staff, coordinate with the Food Production Manager, monitor inventory, enforce HACCP practices, and drive continuous improvements to deliver premium hospitality experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume food service or food manufacturing production.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, with periods of extended standing.
• Proficient culinary knowledge of terms, procedures and practices.
• Hands-on leadership style with a sense of urgency.
• Flexibility in scheduling (days, nights, weekends, holidays).
• HACCP and general food safety knowledge required.
• Excellent computer operations: Word, Excel, Outlook, and related apps.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work well in a diverse team with leadership exposure.
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the food production department, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Lead and manage a team of helpers, junior supervisors, and supervisors, fostering a productive work environment.
• Ensure meals are prepared and packed according to deadlines and food safety standards.
• Train and mentor staff; monitor performance and provide ongoing support.
• Coordinate with management to plan training and staffing needs.
• Maintain adherence to HACCP, FDA regulations, and PPE protocols.
• Manage receipt, storage, and organization of supplies; monitor inventory levels.
• Communicate with other departments and management to ensure seamless task completion.
• Report departmental issues and ensure documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Strive for quality assurance and economic efficiency; participate in food tastings and implement feedback.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Culinary knowledge

Hands-on leadership

Scheduling flexibility

HACCP knowledge

Computer skills

Communication

Leadership experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Food Production Supervisor to join our growing Boston Team!

About DO & CO

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every banquet floor and in the sky. With the three business segments of Airline Catering, International Event Catering, Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 33 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown, and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily activities of the food production department, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Lead and manage a team of helpers, junior supervisors, and supervisors, fostering a productive and cohesive work environment.
• Ensure all meals are prepared and packed according to stringent deadlines and in compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Partner with Food Production Manager to identify and execute planning for training and staffing needs
• Facilitate the training of new team members, monitor their performance, and provide ongoing support to help them achieve their goals.
• Identify and address problematic areas, proposing alternative solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Maintain adherence to all company guidelines, including HACCP, FDA regulations, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.
• Coordinate the receipt, storage, and organization of supplies, closely monitoring inventory levels to ensure adequate stock.
• Collaborate with other departments and communicate effectively with management and team members to ensure the seamless completion of all tasks.
• Promptly report any departmental issues, such as production, inventory, or team-related matters, and ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Ensure quality assurance and economic efficiency to meet high-end food standards, including attending food tasting sessions and implementing feedback.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management, upholding DO & CO standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 year of supervisory experience in a high-volume food service or food manufacturing production.
• Demonstrates outstanding organizational skills and a knack for prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Capable of seamlessly managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, dealing with a substantial workload, and sustaining periods of extended standing as required.
• Proficient culinary knowledge of terms, procedures, and practices.
• Adopts a hands-on approach and exhibits the ability to respond promptly with a sense of urgency.
• Displays flexibility in scheduling, accommodating different shifts (different shifts –days, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and general food safety standards knowledge is required.
• Excellent in computer operations, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other relevant applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to interact and work well within a diverse group with experience/exposure to leadership roles.
• Possesses at least a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification, a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $65,000 annually.
• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• Salaried employees are eligible for 401K, Commuter Benefits, and Healthcare Benefits such as Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• An organization dedicated to fostering innovation; in pursuit of cultivating creativity, embracing new ideas and leveraging our impeccable standard for hospitality.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The chance to collaborate and represent a leading force in the luxury global gourmet entertainment industry.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

DO & CO provides equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other protected characteristic.

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