Kitchen Supervisor

Crescent Hotels and Resorts; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hotel discounts for Crescent portfolio

Pet Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days

Paid Vacation

Team member parking

Daily meals

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking an on-site Kitchen Supervisor to lead the Food & Beverage kitchen team. You will assist the Sous Chef, oversee daily food preparation, and ensure quality and safe handling of all menu items.

Responsibilities include directing setup and production, training staff, verifying production records, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of leadership experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Experience in high-volume or multi-outlet environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign, coordinate, and supervise the setup and food production areas to maximize productivity and ensure quality and adherence to recipes.
• Direct and train kitchen associates to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
• Inspect daily use records with the Executive/Sous Chef to ensure accurate estimates and compliance.
• Pull all food needed for daily production from the walk-in and utilize leftovers effectively.
• Communicate directions clearly to staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Attend associates meetings and propose solutions to problems; foster cross-area communication.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and enforce 'clean as you go' in all kitchen areas.
• Inspect workstations and ensure proper setup for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner; prepare daily production charts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Inventory systems

Job description

The Bethesdan Hotel
8120 Wisconsin Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required : No
• Rate : $24 USD per hour
• Ops - Food & Beverage
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: KITCH044474

Description

What You’ll Do Working with the Food and Beverage team, the Kitchen Supervisor will assist the Sous Chef, with hands‑on approach to preparing delicious food, and inspire the team to create memorable moments.

Job Overview: Responsible for all aspects of managing the kitchen and kitchen personnel, ensuring the quality preparation of all menu items and proper handling/storage of all food items in accordance with standards.

Compensation: $24.00 per hour. Must be able to work any shifts, weekends and some holidays.

• Assign, coordinate, and supervise the set‑up and food production areas within the kitchen to maximize productivity and ensure food quality, set‑up and service are in accordance with standardized recipes and procedures
• Assign and direct the work and train kitchen associates to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
• Inspect daily use records with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef so as to make sure that estimates are filled in correctly and associates are following these estimates as closely as possible.
• Pull all food needed for daily production from the walk‑in box and utilize all leftovers.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear directions to staff.
• Attend all associates meetings, come up with sound suggestions on solving associates’ problems and promote and maintain effective communication between all of the food production areas within the kitchen.
• Maintain and supervise good housekeeping practices in all areas in the kitchen. Turn in the daily cleaning checklist and practice and strictly enforce the "clean as you go" policy.
• Inspect all workstations including the associates’ cafeteria. Ensure proper set‑up for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner.
• Prepare daily production charts.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

Perform any other job‑related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for hospitality and creating extraordinary guest experiences
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enjoys the love of food and creating a professional culinary environment.

Qualifications

• at least 2 years of leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations
• Experience in high-volume or multi‑outlet environments preferred
• Ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and solve operational challenges
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office; POS or inventory systems experience preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• ServSafe Manager and Food Handler certifications required
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Why join our team?

We are committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy, productive lives. Health insurance benefits start on the first of the month after date of hire. We also offer Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) with employer match, Life and AD&D Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Travel Assistance Program, Hotel Discounts for Hilton Brand Hotels and/or any hotels under Crescent Hotels & Resorts Portfolio, Pet Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days, Paid Vacation, team member parking and daily meals. You will be joining a team of individuals who genuinely want to take care of our guests, our associates and one another.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Travel Required

No.

Experience

Required

2 years: 2 years of leadership experience,

Preferred

2 years: cooking techniques,

Experience in high-volume

2 years: kitchen operations

Licenses & Certifications

Required

ServSafe Food Mgr Cert

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.