Kitchen Supervisor / Cook

Palmer Addiction Recovery Services•Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

Summary: The Kitchen Supervisor/Cook oversees the day-to-day administrative operations of the kitchen, including food ordering, inventory management, staff scheduling, and supervising the kitchen team. This role ensures smooth kitchen operations, compliance with food safety standards, and efficient resource management. Responsibilities: Organizational Standards: Adhere to all Palmer goals, strategies, and values. Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with Palmer policies and applicable state and federal laws. Role model appropriate behavior, professional boundaries, respectful communication, and personal appearance in accordance with the Employee Dress Code. Supervision & Leadership Supervise kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, oversight, and performance evaluation Assist in the hiring and onboarding of kitchen staff Approve timesheets, manage PTO requests, and ensure adequate shift coverage Prepare and cook meals for individuals with special dietary needs Administrative & Operational Duties Manage food and supply ordering, inventory control, and vendor relationships Receive and verify deliveries; ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of inventory Maintain accurate records including inventory logs, food safety checks, time and temperature logs, and supply usage Track kitchen-related expenses and assist with managing the food service budget Sanitation & Compliance Ensure full compliance with USDA, CACFP, DHS, and Health Department guidelines and sanitation regulations Oversee cleaning and sanitation of kitchen utensils, equipment, and food prep areas in accordance with sanitary codes Assign and monitor daily cleaning responsibilities Maintain kitchen equipment-cleaning schedules for steamer, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas Ensure that all staff hold current Food Handler’s Permits; maintain personal Kitchen Manager Certification Food Safety & Meal Service Monitor food preparation practices to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with established standards Store, handle, and prepare raw or cooked food items in accordance with food safety protocols Assist with preparing meals for special dietary needs in coordination with other supervisors General Duties Participate in ongoing in-service training and staff development Maintain knowledge of agency policies, procedures, and food service standards Support kitchen cleanliness and uphold personal hygiene standards at all times Maintain a safe working environment for all kitchen staff Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Director This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee in this position. Responsibilities and requirements may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in food service operations and staff supervision (required)
Strong administrative, organizational, and leadership skills
Proficient in inventory management, food ordering systems, and supply tracking
Familiarity with food safety standards and kitchen compliance protocols (USDA, CACFP, DHS, Health Department)
Current ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain prior to start date
Strong communication skills and ability to lead a team effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) or equivalent
High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary education or training in food service management is a plus
Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and acceptable driving record per Motor Vehicle Records standards
Ability to lift 60 pounds
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Job requires twisting, lifting, standing, sitting, walking, stretching, kneeling, bending, and squatting.

Nice To Haves

Culinary background or hands-on food preparation experience preferred
High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary education or training in food service management is a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, oversight, and performance evaluation
Assist in the hiring and onboarding of kitchen staff
Approve timesheets, manage PTO requests, and ensure adequate shift coverage
Prepare and cook meals for individuals with special dietary needs
Manage food and supply ordering, inventory control, and vendor relationships
Receive and verify deliveries; ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of inventory
Maintain accurate records including inventory logs, food safety checks, time and temperature logs, and supply usage
Track kitchen-related expenses and assist with managing the food service budget
Ensure full compliance with USDA, CACFP, DHS, and Health Department guidelines and sanitation regulations
Oversee cleaning and sanitation of kitchen utensils, equipment, and food prep areas in accordance with sanitary codes
Assign and monitor daily cleaning responsibilities
Maintain kitchen equipment-cleaning schedules for steamer, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas
Ensure that all staff hold current Food Handler’s Permits; maintain personal Kitchen Manager Certification
Monitor food preparation practices to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with established standards
Store, handle, and prepare raw or cooked food items in accordance with food safety protocols
Assist with preparing meals for special dietary needs in coordination with other supervisors
Participate in ongoing in-service training and staff development
Maintain knowledge of agency policies, procedures, and food service standards
Support kitchen cleanliness and uphold personal hygiene standards at all times
Maintain a safe working environment for all kitchen staff
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Director