Adams' Kitchen Supervisor (Full Time, Flexible Schedule)

Adams Fairacre Farms•Middletown, NY

About The Position

The Kitchen Supervisor supports the Kitchen Manager and department operations by overseeing kitchen workflow and helping ensure customers receive friendly service and quality products. The role includes leading and supporting team members, maintaining food quality and freshness, managing inventory and vendor orders, and upholding kitchen cleanliness and safety. The supervisor also contributes to associate duties and may participate in interviews or disciplinary discussions if assigned. The position requires varied work hours and days, physical activity in a fast-paced kitchen, and the ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Kitchen professional experience.
Knowledge of Kitchen operations.
Ability to create a friendly and helpful environment for customers.
Ability to demonstrate and model Adams’ culture and values.
Ability to operate and train others on Adams’ point-of-sale systems.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate with coworkers and managers.
Enthusiasm, positivity, and/or knowledge about Adams’ products and quality.
Ability to work varied hours and days to oversee department operations.
Ability to communicate and exchange information so others understand.
Ability to consistently move, adjust, and position items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while also moving frequently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to occasionally ascend or descend a stepstool, stepladder, and/or ladder.
Ability to concentrate on tasks to avoid injury and product waste.
Ability to move into different positions to accomplish tasks, including in tight or confined spaces.
Ability to repeat motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for the duration of a shift.

Responsibilities

Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive customer service.
Lead and support team members by assigning tasks, training staff, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
Maintain product quality by rotating stock, preparing food to recipe standards, and monitoring freshness in food areas.
Perform opening and closing duties, including equipment setup, food preparation, and cleanup.
Assist with inventory and ordering of perishable and non-perishable items, and communicate restocking needs to senior chefs.
Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in kitchen and service areas, including dishwashing and case cleaning.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Communicate with customers and coworkers and use product knowledge to make helpful recommendations.
Oversee daily Kitchen operations and delegate tasks to associates to support efficient workflows and excellent customer service.
Monitor inventory and place Kitchen orders with vendors to maintain appropriate stock.
Train and mentor new Kitchen associates through hands-on guidance, technique demonstrations, explanation of company policies, and professional development support.
Participate in job interviews and/or disciplinary discussions if assigned.
Assist with the responsibilities of Kitchen associates and leads.