Kitchen Operations Supervisor — Hands-On Leadership

Aramark; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark’s Culinary Supervisor in Indianapolis coordinates, plans, participates in, and supervises the production and presentation of foods for a designated unit. The role requires hands-on leadership, ensuring food safety, inventory control, and high sanitation standards while coordinating staff and event-based scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

The position emphasizes strong communication, operational excellence, and the ability to adapt to changing service demands across shifts and

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in a related culinary position.
• Two to three years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• Experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems.
• Excellent oral, reading, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to be hands-on with staff and operations and to work event-based hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in production, preparation, and presentation of all foods for unit(s) as assigned.
• Maintain inventory, record deliveries, and assist with storage.
• Ensure proper handling of all food products and equipment to maintain food safety and kitchen standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and high sanitation standards at all times.
• Interview, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel staff; resolve problems; provide open communication; enforce discipline as appropriate.

Skills

Culinary experience

People management

Communication skills

Event hours

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Aramark’s Culinary Supervisor in Indianapolis coordinates, plans, participates in, and supervises the production and presentation of foods for a designated unit. The role requires hands-on leadership, ensuring food safety, inventory control, and high sanitation standards while coordinating staff and event-based scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

The position emphasizes strong communication, operational excellence, and the ability to adapt to changing service demands across shifts and