Restaurant Supervisor

Sodexo; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training & advancement

Comprehensive benefits

Shift meals / parking

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Restaurant Supervisor in Cincinnati, OH to oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure service consistency, safety, and a positive guest experience. You’ll lead staff on a fixed-location dining floor and coordinate with management, culinary teams, and service staff to maintain standards and efficiency.

The role requires 2–4 years in restaurant operations, a High School diploma or equivalent, and valid alcohol-service certification (TIPS/TEAM or equivalent).

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in restaurant or food and beverage operations required.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to supervise alcohol service based on local and state regulations.
• Must maintain a valid TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management), or equivalent alcohol-service certification, and comply with all state-specific alcohol training requirements.
• A food handler certification may be required based on state or local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-floor supervision of restaurant operations during assigned shifts.
• Support opening and closing procedures, including readiness of dining and service areas.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings to review service expectations, menu updates, and assignments.
• Support training and onboarding of restaurant staff.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

Skills

Supervision

Restaurant operations

Leadership

Food safety

Training staff

Education

High School diploma

Tools

TIPS/TEAM certification

Job description

Location: UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI ATHLETICS - 38364029

Workdays/shifts: Afternoon/evenings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $17.66 per hour - $23.83 per hour

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

As a Restaurant Supervisor at Sodexo, you will oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure consistent service execution, compliance with operational standards, and a positive guest experience. This role provides direct on-floor leadership to restaurant staff and supports day-to-day operations within a fixed-location dining environment. The Restaurant Supervisor works closely with management, culinary teams, and service staff to maintain service standards, staffing coverage, and operational efficiency.

Restaurant Supervisors are responsible for supporting service flow, guest satisfaction, staff performance, and adherence to food safety and alcohol service requirements. Responsibilities may vary based on restaurant concept, hours of operation, and business needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide on-floor supervision of restaurant operations during assigned shifts.
• Support opening and closing procedures, including readiness of dining and service areas.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings to review service expectations, menu updates, and assignments.
• Support training and onboarding of restaurant staff.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in restaurant or food and beverage operations required.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to supervise alcohol service based on local and state regulations.
• Must maintain a valid TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management), or equivalent alcohol-service certification, and comply with all state-specific alcohol training requirements.
• A food handler certification may be required based on state or local regulations.

What We Offer:

Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.

Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career

Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.

In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.