Kitchen Supervisor

Mainsail Lodging & Development; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Forty Five in Macon, GA, part of Mainsail Lodging & Development and Autograph Collection, seeks a Kitchen Supervisor to support daily kitchen operations and uphold high culinary standards across all outlets.

You will supervise staff, assist with food prep, sanitation, and service execution while maintaining a safe, efficient kitchen environment. Strong leadership and HACCP practices are valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of kitchen experience in a hotel or fine dining preferred.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Previous culinary kitchen experience preferred.
• Supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day supervision and coordination of kitchen staff.
• Support chefs to maintain efficient workflow and operations.
• Direct flow of service from kitchen to dining areas.
• Demonstrate leadership and support team morale.
• Communicate orders and service needs with culinary and service teams.
• Maintain ownership and accountability for kitchen and restaurant performance.
• Perform basic and advanced food preparation as directed by the Chef.
• Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of all items.
• Uphold brand standards and safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper stocking in all prep and storage areas.

Skills

Culinary basics

Kitchen supervision

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.

About Hotel Forty Five

Located at the iconic intersection of Cherry Street and Cotton Avenue in the heart of downtown Macon, Hotel Forty Five is where history, music, and modern hospitality come together. Our historic building’s unique 45-degree angle reflects Macon’s innovative past and its connection to the cotton industry and the Ocmulgee River.

Inspired by the city’s rich musical legacy and the classic 45 record, Hotel Forty Five is more than a hotel—we’re the keeper of an iconic corner and the storyteller of Macon’s evolving story.

We bring that story to life through thoughtful hospitality, distinctive style, and a little bit of wit. Our culture is rooted in three simple pillars:

• Move with the beat.

• Say it with style.

• Intersect with intention.

Join us and become part of the next chapter of Hotel Forty Five.

Overview of the role

The Kitchen Supervisor is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the kitchen and assisting in the preparation and execution of high-quality food across all Food & Beverage outlets. This role ensures that culinary standards are consistently upheld in accordance with Autograph Collection brand standards and under the franchise of Mainsail Lodging & Development. The Kitchen Supervisor assists with supervising kitchen staff, food preparation, sanitation, and service execution while maintaining a safe, efficient, and professional kitchen environment.

What you have

• High School Diploma or GED required. Culinary training or coursework is preferred but not required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working in a professional kitchen, preferably in a hotel or fine dining restaurant.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Previous culinary kitchen experience preferred
• Supervisory or lead experience preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure
• Commitment to food quality, safety, and cleanliness
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm demeanor

What you’ll do

Leadership & Kitchen Operations

• Assist with the day-to-day supervision and coordination of kitchen staff
• Support chefs in maintaining efficient kitchen workflow and operations
• Assist with expediting and directing the flow of service from kitchen to dining areas
• Demonstrate leadership by setting a positive example and supporting team morale
• Communicate effectively with culinary and service teams regarding orders and service needs
• Maintain a sense of ownership and accountability for kitchen and restaurant performance

Food Preparation & Culinary Execution

• Perform basic and advanced food preparation, including:
  • Vegetable preparation (peeling, slicing, dicing, portioning)
  • Sauce and stock preparation, including vinaigrettes, emulsifications, and dressings
  • Butchering and fabrication of poultry, fish, and primal cuts of meat
• Execute line cooking duties under the supervision of the Chef
• Plate and present dishes according to chef and brand specifications
• Assist with demonstration cooking for guest chefs, events, and presentations
• Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of all food items
• Maintain knowledge of recipes, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment

Sanitation, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all ServSafe and food safety standards at all times
• Adhere to proper handwashing and personal hygiene procedures
• Maintain compliance with knife safety and general kitchen safety procedures
• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, including:
  • Equipment, floors, walls, coolers, and freezers
  • Dishwashing and proper storage of clean dishes, flatware, and cookware
• Sweep, scrub, and mop floors; wipe down surfaces and equipment
• Sort and remove trash, clean garbage cans, and maintain trash and loading areas
• Ensure kitchen work areas are clean, organized, and properly stocked

Inventory, Stocking & Receiving

• Stock kitchen supplies in designated storage areas
• Maintain organized storage areas for food and equipment
• Assist with loading and unloading food deliveries and supplies
• Monitor cleanliness and orderliness of storage and prep areas

Guest Service & Hotel Performance

• Support the delivery of exceptional guest experiences
• Assist in maintaining high Guest Satisfaction Scores (GSS) in alignment with Marriott standards
• Uphold Autograph Collection and Mainsail service and quality expectations

Physical Demand

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend
• Ability to lift and pull 50 lbs.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Corrected vision to