KITCHEN SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

State of Arkansas•Warren, AR

4d•$39,171 - $57,973•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Supervisor/Expert oversees kitchen staff and ensures food is prepared according to established health and safety standards. The position provides guidance and leadership to kitchen staff, ensuring cooking, cleaning, and storage protocols are followed and kitchen operations remain efficient. Depending on the hiring agency’s operational needs, the role may include supervisory duties or serve as a senior technical expert. The position is with the Department of Human Services at the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center in Warren, Arkansas. The State of Arkansas offers a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and other benefits.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in a kitchen or food preparation environment, including at least one year in a leadership capacity.
Expertise in food preparation, cooking methods, and kitchen operations.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff effectively.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Problem-solving skills to address issues involving food preparation, staff performance, or kitchen equipment.
Strong communication skills for working with kitchen staff and other departments.
Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Food Manager Certification within six months of hire.
Related education and/or experience may substitute for some or all basic requirements, except certification or licensure requirements, subject to Qualifications Review Committee approval.

Responsibilities

Supervise kitchen staff, including cooks and food preparation workers, and ensure adherence to recipes, cooking procedures, and food safety regulations.
Manage food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring meal quality and consistency.
Ensure kitchen equipment is functioning properly and arrange repairs or maintenance as needed.
Monitor food storage and inventory, ensuring food is kept at proper temperatures and used within safety guidelines.
Conduct safety and sanitation checks to ensure compliance with regulations.
Interview staff, recommend hires or dismissals, assign and review work, counsel employees, and evaluate performance when supervisory duties are assigned.
Assist with inventories and maintain records of food costs and waste.
Assist with budget tracking, expense reporting, and revenue monitoring.
Ensure compliance with Arkansas food safety, alcohol service, and labor laws.
Train kitchen staff in cooking techniques, safety protocols, and food storage practices.
Assist with menu planning and portion control to minimize waste and provide cost-effective meal service.
Keep food preparation areas clean, organized, and ready for use.