Kitchen Operations Supervisor – High-Volume

City-Winer; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City Winery is seeking a Back of House Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen shifts and ensure top quality, safety, and efficiency in every service. You will manage staff, coordinate inventory, and enforce City Winery standards across all culinary activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, adherence to health regulations, and a commitment to culinary excellence in a dynamic live-music venue environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a kitchen leadership role in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of Health Department, OSHA, and related regulations.
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong decision making and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Serve Safe certificate is required.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen shift operations and scheduling under Executive/Sous Chef direction.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, prep, and other admin kitchen tasks.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and proper food handling and cooking practices.
• Lead by example and uphold City Winery policies and standards.
• Monitor production procedures for quality, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Ensure SOPs are followed, recipes and specs are adhered to, and inventory planning remains on track.
• Train kitchen staff on storage, prep, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
• Maintain sanitation, cleanliness, and safety across kitchen areas in compliance with standards.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

Serve Safe food handler’s certificate

Job description

City Winery is seeking a Back of House Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen shifts and ensure top quality, safety, and efficiency in every service. You will manage staff, coordinate inventory, and enforce City Winery standards across all culinary activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, adherence to health regulations, and a commitment to culinary excellence in a dynamic live-music venue environment.