Kitchen Operations Lead — Grow Your Culinary Impact

Aramark; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a full-time Food Service Supervisor to lead a team under a manager’s guidance. You’ll oversee staff, coordinate operations, and support production with a focus on safety, quality, and timely service.

The role demands strong organizational skills, the ability to manage schedules, and effective communication. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, with various paid time off options depending on location.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions.
• Must complete a sanitation course either before or during first year.
• Must be knowledgeable in operating an efficient cost-effective program.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to resolve interpersonal situations.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain work schedules and production packets.
• Direct daily activities.
• Maintain food production for safety and quality per policies.
• Store food items safely and organized.
• Maintain serving schedules and ensure menu compliance.
• Maintain sanitary department per health codes.
• Maintain weekly inventory records.
• Prepare orders to ensure accurate production.
• Supervise and evaluate staff, foster growth and teamwork.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Train and mentor other staff.
• Maintain equipment maintenance logs.
• Complete food safety/temperature logs and take corrective action when needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and recommend equipment replacements.
• Multitask effectively.
• Fill in for absent staff as needed.
• Coordinate catering events and ensure on-time delivery.
• Attend staff meetings and communicate with all departments.
• May perform cashier duties as needed.
• Promote good public relations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading & writing

Basic arithmetic

Sanitation training

Cost control

Stress management

Team coordination

Organizational skills

Job description

Aramark is hiring a full-time Food Service Supervisor to lead a team under a manager’s guidance. You’ll oversee staff, coordinate operations, and support production with a focus on safety, quality, and timely service.

The role demands strong organizational skills, the ability to manage schedules, and effective communication. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, with various paid time off options depending on location.