Kitchen Supervisor Part Time

The Hotel at Avalon; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,411,000 - 90,922,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loves program discounts

Free lunch

Free parking

DailyPay access

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts is seeking an experienced Kitchen Supervisor to assist with planning and managing the hotel kitchen to meet guest expectations and financial goals. This role requires leadership in food prep, menu planning, and adherence to HEI/Franchise standards.

You will supervise food production, control labor and costs, ensure sanitation and safety, and collaborate with the Executive Chef to maintain quality and service in a fast-paced hotel environment in downtown San Diego.

Qualifications

• Post high school education; culinary school preferred.
• 3–4 years' experience in a related role in hotel or hospitality.
• Experience with hotel kitchen operations and standards.
• Ability to lead and coach team; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production, preparation, and presentation of all hotel foods.
• Manage HR activities in production areas: interview, schedule, train, coach, review performance.
• Ensure sanitation and safety in line with regulations.
• Monitor labor and food costs; help meet budgets.
• Assist with menu planning and daily specials; implement changes to drive guest satisfaction.
• Ensure attendance and regular work availability.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Time management

Food safety

Education

Post high school education

Culinary institution preferred

Job description

About Us

We are an all-suite hotel located in the heart of downtown San Diego. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay - Downtown is the ideal location to work in the area. Accessible to public transportation and located across from the Headquarters at Seaport Village, our all-suite hotel is just blocks form the San Diego Convention Center and the historic Gaslamp Quarter. Join our team of diverse individuals working together to create memories for our guests. Thru our Loves program we offer discounts to public transportation, free lunch, free parking and a fun and balanced work / life environment. We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply. Compensation Salary Range: $30.76 - $30.76 Hourly Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Assist with the planning and managing of the kitchen as appropriate in order to achieve customer satisfaction, quality service, compliance with corporate/franchise policies and procedures and federal, state and local regulations while meeting/exceeding financial goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise the production, preparation, and presentation of all foods for the hotel as assigned by the Executive Chef to ensure that a quality, consistent product is produced which conforms to all HEI/Franchise standards.
• Supervise Human Resources in the production and preparation areas of the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe work environment; interview, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, resolve problems, provide open communication, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, recommend discipline, as appropriate.
• Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of the kitchen and equipment to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards, and regulations.
• Monitor and control all labor and food costs through scheduling, training, and supervising the production of the food to ensure budgets are met/exceeded while quality is maintained/improved.
• Assist in the creation and planning of menus and daily specials; implement the necessary production changes to attract new business and ensure current guest satisfaction.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum one year of post high school education, preferably at Culinary Institution.
• Three to four years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Applicants with arrest or Conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Welcome to HEI Hotels and Resorts' Career Page

Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our “love” to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We’re always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality. With a variety of world-class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we’re able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future. Find the career that aligns with your goals by beginning your online search today. Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.