Culinary Supervisor

Personal Touch Food Service•Buffalo, NY

About The Position

Personal Touch Food Service, Inc. is hiring a Culinary Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen and food service operations. The role combines hands-on cooking with supervisory responsibilities and ensures food is prepared safely, consistently, and to quality standards while guiding and supporting kitchen staff during shifts. The Culinary Supervisor is the primary point of contact for keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm. The stated pay rate is $25.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a food service or kitchen role.
At least 1 year in a lead, supervisory, or shift-lead capacity.
Food Handler's Certification, or willingness to obtain it.
Ability to read and follow recipes and preparation instructions.
Strong communication and team leadership skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience with data entry.
Experience operating a Mosaic register/POS system.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, and appearance throughout preparation and service.
Prepare ingredients ahead of service periods, including chopping, portioning, and marinating.
Adjust production levels based on volume, forecasts, and special events.
Maintain proper food storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation.
Lead, direct, and coordinate kitchen staff during shifts, assigning stations and tasks.
Train new employees on recipes, procedures, safety protocols, and equipment use.
Monitor staff performance and provide real-time coaching and feedback.
Resolve workflow bottlenecks or staffing gaps during service.
Communicate with front-of-house and service staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Assist management with scheduling input and shift coverage as needed.
Handle cash, run POS reports, and perform payroll duties.
Enforce food safety standards, including HACCP, local health codes, and proper handling procedures.
Ensure kitchen, equipment, and storage areas meet cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Conduct or oversee temperature checks and maintain required logs.
Ensure staff comply with hygiene, uniform, and safety protocols.
Monitor inventory levels and communicate reorder needs to management.
Receive and verify deliveries, checking quality and accuracy.
Help control food costs by minimizing waste and following portion guidelines.
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and report malfunctions promptly.