Kitchen Supervisor

La Vida Hospitality; Bethany Beach (DE); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local lifestyle perks

Professional leadership development

Team events & outings

Employee discounts

Job summary

Big Chill Beach Club in Bethany Beach, Delaware, seeks a Back of House Supervisor for the seasonal kitchen leadership role. You will support daily operations, uphold food quality, and coach the BOH team during service, collaborating with the Kitchen Manager to execute prep, plating, and safety standards.

This hands‑on role rewards strong leaders who thrive in a fast‑paced beachfront environment, lead by example, reinforce culture, and help maintain Big Chill’s energy and guest experience each

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to work in the United States.
• ServSafe certified.
• Flexible schedule and ability to balance personal & professional life.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds and maneuver 170 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the line and support BOH team during prep and service.
• Assist with coaching and development of team members through real‑time feedback and support.
• Reinforce company culture and standards during shifts.
• Support onboarding and training of new kitchen team members.
• Act as a point of contact for BOH staff during shifts and resolve challenges.
• Maintain a positive, energetic presence that supports morale and engagement.
• Ensure food is prepared and plated according to recipes and quality standards.
• Support opening, closing, and seasonal setup/breakdown responsibilities.
• Live the brand and act as a Big Chill Beach Club ambassador.

Skills

Leadership experience

Interpersonal communication

Punctual and reliable

Strong work ethic

Flexibility

Education

Driver's license

ServSafe certification

Job description

Job Description Summary of Position: The Back of House Supervisor at Big Chill Beach Club is a hands‑on kitchen leader responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations, food quality, and team performance during service. This seasonal role works closely with the Kitchen Manager and BOH team to help execute prep, service, food safety, and team development standards in a fast‑paced, high‑volume, beachfront environment. This position focuses on shift execution, coaching, and operational consistency — serving as a go‑to resource for the kitchen team while helping maintain Big Chill’s food quality, culture, and energy. This role is ideal for a strong kitchen leader who thrives in service, leads by example, and helps bring the Big Chill experience to life every shift. Must Enjoy the Ride!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the line and support BOH team during prep and service
• Assist with coaching and development of team members through real‑time feedback and support
• Reinforce company culture, core values, and “How We Roll” standards during shifts
• Support onboarding and training of new kitchen team members
• Act as a point of contact for BOH staff during shifts, helping resolve operational or team challenges
• Maintain a positive, energetic presence that supports morale and team engagement
• Support daily kitchen operations including prep, line execution, and service flow
• Ensure food is prepared and plated according to BCBC recipes, specs, and quality standards
• Assist with prep list execution and ensure product readiness for service
• Perform line checks prior to service and support station checkouts post‑shift
• Help monitor product levels and communicate low inventory or ordering needs to KM/Chef
• Assist with maintaining cleaning schedules, sanitation standards, and equipment careSupport food safety standards, temperature controls, and proper product storage
• Jump into stations as needed to support service and guest experience
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Support opening, closing, and seasonal setup / breakdown responsibilities
• Help protect company assets through proper equipment use and care
• Live the brand and act as a Big Chill Beach Club ambassador

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of leadership experience in a high‑volume kitchen
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be ServSafe certified
• Must have a flexible schedule and the ability to balance personal & professional life
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Frequently walk and occasionally bend over, twist, kneel, climb, stoop and crouch. Requires ability to lift up to 55 pounds and maneuver 170 pounds.

Compensation

This position pays $25‑28/hr based on experience and offers awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle‑based benefits geared towards doing what we do best – Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Unlimited growth potential with salaried management opportunities
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings
• Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
• Food, beverage & retail discounts
• Benefits for salaried team and paid time off for full‑time hourly employees
• Celebrate Wellness program dedicated to supporting employee wellness