Kitchen Supervisor: Lead Kitchen Ops & Quality

Dreamscape Hospitality; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreamscape Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to manage daily kitchen operations, lead a team, and ensure top-quality food and compliance with safety standards. The role involves hands-on cooking as well as administrative tasks to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a kitchen with supervisory experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferably culinary training. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a kitchen or food prep role
• Previous supervisory experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food prep and safety

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, including meal preparation and presentation
• Ensure food quality, portion control and plating consistency
• Assist with kitchen scheduling and staffing for peak hours
• Train, supervise and motivate kitchen staff
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback
• Address personnel issues promptly and professionally
• Inspect storage, preparation and presentation for quality and safety
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering and stock rotation
• Ensure compliance with health and sanitation standards
• Maintain and manage food costs and reduce waste
• Collaborate with front-of-house to handle guest requests and feedback

Skills

Kitchen operations

Leadership

Communication

Stress management

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training/certification preferred

Job description

Dreamscape Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to manage daily kitchen operations, lead a team, and ensure top-quality food and compliance with safety standards. The role involves hands-on cooking as well as administrative tasks to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a kitchen with supervisory experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferably culinary training. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays is expected.