Overnight Kitchen Supervisor — Lead Fast-Paced Team

Wally's; Whitestown (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 5% company match

Company-paid medical option

Company-paid life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

AD& D coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

Wally’s is seeking an overnight Kitchen Supervisor to lead food production, drive team performance, and uphold high standards of quality, cleanliness, and safety. You’ll supervise daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment and coach team members to achieve production goals while ensuring guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include enforcing food safety standards, delivering quick, friendly service, and collaborating with leadership to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of food service experience in a fast-paced environment.
• 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Ability to stay organized and lead under pressure.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in professionalism, urgency, and guest service.
• Supervise and support kitchen team members to ensure efficient execution.
• Coach, train, and develop team members on recipes, food safety, and standards.
• Provide real-time feedback and support performance improvement.
• Assist with evaluations and corrective actions when needed.
• Deliver a fast, friendly, and accurate guest experience.
• Step in to resolve guest concerns professionally and quickly.
• Model teamwork and Wally’s service standards.
• Oversee daily food production to ensure quality, consistency, and speed.
• Prepare menu items according to recipes, SOPs, and portion standards.
• Monitor presentation and ensure product meets brand expectations.
• Enforce all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations, equipment, and utensils.
• Conduct and document required temperature checks.
• Identify and report safety risks or equipment issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and stocking.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation.
• Support receiving and organization of deliveries.
• Partner with Kitchen Managers and leadership to maintain smooth operations.
• Support other departments and store initiatives as needed.

Skills

food service experience

supervisory experience

food safety standards

communication

team leadership

organized under pressure

Job description

Wally’s is seeking an overnight Kitchen Supervisor to lead food production, drive team performance, and uphold high standards of quality, cleanliness, and safety. You’ll supervise daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment and coach team members to achieve production goals while ensuring guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include enforcing food safety standards, delivering quick, friendly service, and collaborating with leadership to maintain smooth operations.