Kitchen Supervisor

ASH (UK) Co Ltd•Los Angeles, CA

10d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to help navigate the day-to-day operation of the hotel cafe’s back of house, supporting the culinary team across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. This hands-on role oversees kitchen staff, food preparation standards, and cost controls, ensuring every dish that leaves the kitchen reflects the quality and character of our hotel. The ideal Kitchen Supervisor is a disciplined, detail-oriented leader who knows their way around a kitchen. They bring strong technical skill and a genuine passion for food, coupled with the operational rigor to manage food costs, labor, and inventory without ever compromising on quality or consistency. Equally adept at running the line during a busy dinner rush, training a new cook on knife skills, and reviewing a weekly food cost report, this person moves fluidly between hands-on cooking and kitchen supervision. They lead by example, hold the team accountable to high standards of cleanliness and craftsmanship, and take real pride in the kitchen they run.

Requirements

3+ years of back of house / culinary experience, preferably in a full-service restaurant or hotel F&B setting, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory capacity
Demonstrated experience working multiple stations and dayparts (breakfast through dinner)
Strong knife skills and working knowledge of classic culinary techniques
Solid understanding of food cost controls, portioning, and inventory management
Experience with kitchen prep systems, recipe costing, and basic reporting
Food Handler certification required, ServSafe Manager certification preferred, or ability to obtain promptly
Ability to lead and motivate a small, close-knit kitchen team under pressure
Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Passion for food, hospitality, and consistent culinary execution

Responsibilities

Supervise daily back of house operations across all meal periods, ensuring food is prepared consistently, safely, and to recipe and plating standards
Support the cafe and hotel leadership team in training, scheduling, and supervising line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other kitchen staff
Ensure kitchen staff maintain required Food Handler certifications and comply with all food safety protocols
Assist with menu development, recipe standardization, and execution of daily and seasonal specials
Monitor and control food cost, portioning, and waste; assist in tracking actual vs. budgeted food cost and identifying variances
Manage receiving, storage, rotation, and inventory of food product; place orders with purveyors as needed and maintain strong supplier relationships
Ensure kitchen and storage areas meet health department standards and are compliant for random inspection
Oversee proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of kitchen equipment; communicate maintenance needs to the Maintenance Manager promptly
Enforce sanitation protocols, HACCP procedures, and consistent food safety practices across all shifts
Coordinate with the front of house team to ensure smooth ticket times, accurate orders, and a seamless guest experience
Step in as line cook or expo as needed to support service during peak periods or staff shortages
Develop and enforce kitchen conduct expectations, uniform standards, and a culture of respect and accountability

Benefits

Eligible to enroll in Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company contribution to monthly premium after 60 days of employment
Eligible to enroll in Voluntary Long-Term, Short-Term Disability Plans, Life Insurance, Accident and Critical Illness Plans, Pet Insurance after 60 days of employment
401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 90 days of employment
Annual Paid time off: 10 vacation days, 4 Personal Days
California-mandated paid sick leave
Ash Hotel & F&B discounts

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