Kitchen Supervisor South Bar & Kitchen
About The Position
South Bar & Kitchen is a contemporary Southern American concept with infusing Cajun and Creole flavors in a tantalizing way. Bringing people together is at the heart of everything South has to offer, from the community patio with a centerpiece tree adorned with sparkling lights to the meat smoker that not only warms our food but introduces a nostalgic feeling. Are you a skilled culinary professional with a passion for great food and strong leadership? Join our team as a Kitchen Supervisor at South Bar & Kitchen and play a key role in delivering the high-quality dining experience our guests have come to expect. As a vital member of our culinary team, you’ll be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, maintaining food quality, and supporting a positive, efficient team environment. Your leadership and attention to detail will help uphold our reputation for exceptional cuisine and ensure every dish meets our standards of excellence.
Requirements
- Proven culinary experience in a supervisory role within a restaurant or similar establishment.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor kitchen staff to achieve high performance and maintain a positive work environment.
- Strong organizational skills to handle a fast-paced kitchen.
- A keen eye for quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during long shifts.
- Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and twisting.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Manual dexterity to handle knives, cookware, and kitchen equipment safely.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
- Tolerance for exposure to heat, steam, noise, and open flames.
- Ability to navigate tight kitchen spaces and multitask efficiently.
- Visual and sensory acuity to inspect food quality, presentation, and safety.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, to ensure the consistent quality and presentation of menu items.
- Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
- Ensure food safety, freshness, and adherence to recipe standards, maintaining high-quality culinary offerings.
- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage vendor relationships to minimize waste and control costs.
- Enforce strict adherence to health and safety standards, including food handling and sanitation practices.
- Generate reports on kitchen performance, inventory levels, and food cost analysis.
Benefits
- Competitive Benefits:
- South Bar & Kitchen is a contemporary Southern American concept with infusing Cajun and Creole flavors in a tantalizing way. Bringing people together is at the heart of everything South has to offer, from the community patio with a centerpiece tree adorned with sparkling lights to the meat smoker that not only warms our food but introduces a nostalgic feeling.
- Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/
- We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
