Lead Kitchen Supervisor – Banquets & Fine Dining

Hyatt Indy; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Indy is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to support planning, preparation, and production for the restaurant, banquet functions, and related outlets. You will supervise the culinary team in the absence of the Executive/Sous Chef and ensure high-quality service.

Responsibilities include guiding kitchen staff, maintaining safety and sanitation, training team members, and ensuring daily operations run smoothly in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in team management within a culinary environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Experience with menu planning and execution in fine dining or banquet settings.
• Familiarity with various cooking techniques and cuisines within the food industry.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with kitchen and service staff.
• Experience with bartending is a plus, enhancing overall service offerings.
• A passion for culinary arts and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the culinary team in absence of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef.
• Supervise, guide and direct kitchen team members.
• Provide accurate feedback on performance to the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef.
• Ensure that department goals are communicated, understood, and met by all team members.
• Ensure that kitchen team members are trained on technical and service aspects of the job.
• Assist team members when needed to accomplish all assigned tasks each day and maintain positive working relationships.
• Supervise daily kitchen operations, establishing and maintaining kitchen policies and procedures.
• Monitor and inspect kitchen for proper storage, sanitation, security, neatness, and rotation of inventory.
• Work with management to ensure that team members have the necessary resources to effectively perform their jobs.
• Provide a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with state health department requirements and safety program requirements.
• Establish and maintain an effective communication and information system through logs, emails, daily and weekly meetings, and open communication with all departments.
• Act as a “bridge” between management and kitchen team members to facilitate department operation.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude when communicating with guests, vendors, and hotel staff.
• Watch for safety hazards and report them immediately to your Supervisor/Manager.
• Attend all mandatory Department and Hotel meetings.
• Complete all required training within timeframe allotted.
• Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations and follow the correct procedures as required.
• Perform other duties as directed, developed, or assigned.
• Support environmental commitments by acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry.

Skills

Team management

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning & execution

Culinary techniques & cuisines

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Bartending experience

Culinary passion

Job description

Hyatt Indy is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to support planning, preparation, and production for the restaurant, banquet functions, and related outlets. You will supervise the culinary team in the absence of the Executive/Sous Chef and ensure high-quality service.

Responsibilities include guiding kitchen staff, maintaining safety and sanitation, training team members, and ensuring daily operations run smoothly in a fast-paced hotel environment.