Kitchen Supervisor

Altius Search Group LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Altius Search Group LLC has partnered with a boutique hotel in Atlanta to recruit an experienced Kitchen Supervisor for a 90-day temporary assignment. The role requires leading daily kitchen operations, supervising the culinary team, and upholding top-tier food quality and execution.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of culinary leadership, strong hands-on cooking skills, and a proven track record in upscale or high-volume settings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional culinary/food service experience required.
• Previous kitchen supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong hands-on cooking skills across multiple stations.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Experience in upscale restaurant, hotel, or high-volume culinary environment preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to adapt quickly to a new kitchen and make an immediate impact.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support kitchen staff during daily service.
• Work hands-on alongside the culinary team as needed.
• Assist with food preparation and execution across restaurant, café, and banquet operations.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and timing.
• Assist leadership with menu planning, inventory, ordering, and supplies management.
• Ensure stations are set up, maintained, and prepared for service.
• Monitor and enforce food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Troubleshoot operational issues during service and maintain an organized kitchen.
• Provide direction and support to cooks while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Hands-on cooking

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Adaptability

Job description

Our client, a boutique hotel in Atlanta is seeking an experienced, hands-onKitchen Supervisorfor a temporary task-force assignment at a high-volume, upscale hospitality property. This individual will work closely with culinary leadership to support daily kitchen operations, supervise the culinary team, and ensure consistent food quality and execution.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong culinary professional who can quickly step into a new operation, lead by example, and provide immediate support to the team. The assignment is expected to last approximately90 days, with the potential to extend or convert to a permanent position.

• Supervise and support kitchen staff during daily service

• Work hands-on alongside the culinary team as needed

• Assist with food preparation and execution across restaurant, café, and banquet operations

• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and timing

• Assist culinary leadership with menu planning, inventory, ordering, and management of supplies

• Ensure stations are properly set up, maintained, and prepared for service

• Monitor and enforce food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards

• Help troubleshoot operational issues during service and maintain an organized, efficient kitchen

• Provide direction and support to cooks while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional culinary/food service experience

• Previous kitchen supervisory or leadership experience preferred

• Strong hands-on cooking skills and ability to work multiple stations

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

• Experience in an upscale restaurant, hotel, or high-volume culinary environment preferred

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to quickly adapt to a new kitchen and make an immediate impact

• Must be eligible to work in the United States