Adams' Kitchen Supervisor (Full Time, Flexible Schedule)

Adams Fairacre Farms•Town of Wallkill, NY

3d•$19 - $28

About The Position

The Kitchen Supervisor supports the Kitchen Manager and department functions by overseeing Kitchen operations and workflow. The role helps ensure a friendly customer experience, quality products, smooth daily operations, and a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities include leading and training associates, maintaining product quality and inventory, performing kitchen duties, and upholding cleanliness and safety standards. The position requires varied hours and days to oversee department operations, physical activity in a fast-paced kitchen, and the ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Kitchen professional experience.
Knowledge of Kitchen operations.
Ability to create a friendly and helpful environment for customers.
Ability to demonstrate and set an example of 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.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to work varied hours and days to oversee department operations.
Ability to communicate and exchange information so others will understand.
Ability to consistently move, adjust, and position items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while frequently moving in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to occasionally ascend and descend a stepstool, stepladder, and/or ladder.
Ability to concentrate on tasks to avoid injury and product waste.
Ability to move into different positions, including in tight and confined spaces.
Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for the duration of a shift.

Responsibilities

Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, attentive customer service and make helpful product recommendations.
Lead and support team members by assigning tasks, training staff, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
Oversee Kitchen operations and delegate tasks to associates to support efficient workflows and excellent customer service.
Maintain product quality by rotating stock, preparing food to recipe standards, and monitoring freshness throughout food areas.
Perform opening and closing duties, including equipment setup, food preparation, and cleanup.
Monitor inventory, assist with ordering perishable and non-perishable items, place Kitchen orders with vendors, and communicate restocking needs to senior chefs.
Maintain cleanliness and safety standards across kitchen and service areas, including dishwashing and case cleaning.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and train others on Adams’ point of sale systems.
Train and mentor new Kitchen associates through hands-on guidance, proper technique demonstrations, policy instruction, and professional development support.
If assigned, participate in job interviews and/or disciplinary discussions.
Contribute to the responsibilities of Kitchen associates and leads.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with customers, coworkers, and managers.