Kitchen Supervisor

White Lodging; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

DailyPay

EAP

401(k)

PTO with rollover

Wellness tools

Referral bonuses

Leadership development

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel discounts

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead a back-of-house team and ensure quality, consistency, and teamwork across shifts.

You will oversee open/close of the kitchen, enforce WLW standards, and drive guest satisfaction while maintaining safety and efficiency. Weekend and afternoon/evening availability is required in this role.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a leadership culinary role.
• Fluency in cooking procedures and techniques.
• Ability to teach, coach, and motivate a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Open or close the kitchen, ensuring smooth shift transitions and adherence to standards.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor White Lodging Way (WLW) processes.
• Lead, train, and mentor a diverse culinary team to perform at the highest level.
• Ensure all cooking procedures and recipes are executed consistently.
• Support the achievement of department financial goals, AES goals, and guest satisfaction targets.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Culinary techniques

Coaching & mentoring

Physical stamina

Job description

This position is primarily 2nd shift-must have afternoon/evening and weekend availability!

Description

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. As Kitchen Supervisor, you’ll help lead our back-of-house team, ensuring consistency, quality, and a culture of teamwork while delivering an outstanding dining experience for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Open or close the kitchen, ensuring smooth shift transitions and adherence to standards.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor White Lodging Way (WLW) processes.
• Lead, train, and mentor a diverse culinary team to perform at the highest level.
• Ensure all cooking procedures and recipes are executed consistently.
• Support the achievement of department financial goals, AES goals, and guest satisfaction targets.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.

What You’ll Bring

• At least one year of experience in a leadership culinary role.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and accountability.
• Fluency in all cooking procedures and techniques.
• Ability to teach, coach, and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to spend up to 10 hours on your feet and lift up to 35 pounds.

Other information

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• DailyPay option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth