Kitchen Supervisor

Barrel One Collective; Windsor (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Harpoon Brewery in Windsor, Vermont is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead daily back-of-house operations, work the line, and coach a fast-paced team to deliver great food and guest experiences.

This is a full-time onsite role requiring nights and weekends. ServSafe certification is a plus; culinary training is welcome but not required. You’ll grow your leadership within Barrel One Collective's New England portfolio.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional restaurant or commercial kitchen experience.
• Lead cook/shift lead/kitchen supervisor experience preferred.
• Strong line-cooking skills; ability to lead service during high-volume periods.
• Experience across multiple kitchen stations.
• Understanding of prep, production, recipes, portioning, and food presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, proper handling, and kitchen practices.
• Ability to train, coach, and direct kitchen team members.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm and engaged in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Team-first approach and willingness to jump in where needed.
• Genuine passion for food, hospitality, and guest experiences; interest in craft beer.
• ServSafe certification or ability to complete certification.
• Culinary education or formal training is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and support the Kitchen Manager.
• Work alongside the team and step into kitchen stations during service.
• Direct cooks to ensure safe, accurate, consistent, and timely food preparation.
• Maintain high standards for quality, recipe execution, portioning, presentation, and ticket times.
• Train and coach staff on procedures, recipes, equipment, sanitation, and standards.
• Provide real-time feedback and address performance concerns with the Kitchen Manager.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health codes, and safety requirements.
• Assist with inventory, receiving, storage, and organization of food and supplies.
• Participate in menu execution and weekly specials; open/close responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized kitchen and effective communication with FOH leadership.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Line cooking

Food safety

Communication

Problem solving

Training/coaching

Organization

Team player

Hospitality mindset

Craft beer interest

Education

ServSafe certification

Culinary education or formal culinary training

Job description

Kitchen Supervisor

Harpoon Brewery – Windsor, Vermont
Barrel One Collective
Full-Time

About the Role

Harpoon Brewery is looking for an experienced and motivated Kitchen Supervisor to join our hospitality team at our brewery and restaurant in Windsor, Vermont.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who loves the energy of a busy kitchen, takes pride in great food, and knows how to help a team perform at its best. The Kitchen Supervisor works closely with the Kitchen Manager to support daily back‑of‑house operations, maintain high standards for food quality and safety, coach and develop our kitchen team, and deliver a consistently great experience for every guest.

You’ll be an active part of the kitchen team‑working the line, directing service, coaching in the moment, solving problems, and helping keep the kitchen organized and running smoothly. This is a great opportunity for an experienced cook, lead cook, or kitchen supervisor who is ready to take the next step in leadership.

Harpoon Brewery is part of Barrel One Collective (B1C), a growing family of craft beverage and hospitality brands rooted in New England.

What You’ll Do

As Kitchen Supervisor, you’ll help support and lead day‑to‑day kitchen operations, including:

• Support the Kitchen Manager in the daily operation of the back of house and provide leadership during assigned shifts.
• Lead by example, working alongside the team and stepping into kitchen stations as needed during service.
• Help direct cooks and kitchen team members to ensure food is prepared safely, accurately, consistently, and on time.
• Help maintain strong standards for food quality, recipe execution, portioning, presentation, and ticket times.
• Train and coach employees on kitchen procedures, recipes, equipment, sanitation, food safety, and operating standards.
• Provide real‑time feedback and direction to kitchen team members and communicate performance concerns to the Kitchen Manager.
• Help maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, health code, and workplace safety requirements.
• Support food preparation and production planning based on anticipated business levels.
• Assist with receiving, storage, inventory, and organization of food and kitchen supplies.
• Participate in food inventory counts and help maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Help monitor food waste, portion control, and proper product handling.
• Assist with the execution of menu items and weekly food specials.
• Complete kitchen opening and closing responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and well‑stocked kitchen throughout each shift.
• Communicate effectively with front‑of‑house leadership to support smooth service and a great guest experience.
• Help create a kitchen culture built around teamwork, accountability, communication, and respect.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with strong kitchen fundamentals who is ready to take ownership of a shift and help lead others.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• 2+ years of professional restaurant or commercial kitchen experience.
• Previous experience as a lead cook, shift lead, kitchen supervisor, or similar role preferred.
• Strong line‑cooking skills and the ability to help lead service during high‑volume periods.
• Experience working across multiple kitchen stations.
• A solid understanding of prep, production, recipes, portioning, and food presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, proper food handling, and commercial kitchen practices.
• The ability to train, coach, and provide direction to other kitchen team members.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• The ability to stay calm, organized, and engaged in a fast‑paced kitchen.
• A dependable, team‑first approach and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality, and creating great guest experiences.
• An interest in craft beer and brewery hospitality.
• ServSafe certification or the ability to successfully complete certification.
• Culinary education or formal culinary training is a plus, but not required.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, cares about their teammates, and isn’t afraid to jump in and help get the job done.

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a full‑time position based onsite at Harpoon Brewery in Windsor, Vermont.

Because we’re in the hospitality business, availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required. The position involves working in an active commercial kitchen environment and requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, twist, and stoop; safely operate commercial kitchen equipment; and regularly lift and move products and supplies weighing up to approximately 65 pounds.

Why Harpoon?

This is an opportunity to grow your leadership experience at an established New England brewery while being part of an organization that’s continuing to grow.

You’ll work alongside an experienced hospitality team, build your skills as a kitchen leader, and have opportunities to continue developing your career within Harpoon Brewery and Barrel One Collective.

Whether you’re already supervising a kitchen or you’re a strong cook ready to take the next step, we’re looking for someone who wants to lead from the line, support their teammates, and take pride in putting out great food.

Come help us create great food, great beer, and a great experience in Windsor.