Kitchen Supervisor

MR WEST HOLDINGS LLC • Seattle, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Mr. West Cafe & Bar is seeking an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Supervisor to lead daily back-of-house operations at its Downtown Seattle location. This is the primary BOH leadership position, overseeing kitchen team members, food quality and safety standards, and efficient daily kitchen operations. The supervisor leads breakfast, lunch, and happy hour execution and works with the Café Manager to coordinate staffing, scheduling, and service. The position reports to the Director of Operations at Sustainable Restaurant Group.

The role includes leading and developing the BOH team, overseeing food preparation and service execution, maintaining food safety and kitchen standards, and managing inventory and operational performance. It is based in an active café and bar environment with frequent guest and team interaction, varying temperatures, noise, and interruptions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Working knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Experience overseeing multiple kitchen stations and coordinating active service.
• Basic understanding of food costs, labor, inventory management, and waste control.
• Valid Food Handler's Card as required by Washington State.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to coach team members, resolve day-to-day operational challenges, and maintain accountability.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with FOH leadership and management partners.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Professional kitchen experience in a restaurant, café, or hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily BOH operations, assign stations, delegate responsibilities, and adjust coverage to meet business needs.
• Develop and manage BOH schedules in coordination with the Café Manager and Director of Operations.
• Train, coach, and develop team members on recipes, preparation procedures, food safety, and kitchen execution.
• Provide ongoing feedback, address performance concerns, and escalate matters requiring additional management support.
• Participate in interviewing and make hiring recommendations for BOH positions.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and communicate daily priorities, menu features, specials, and unavailable menu items.
• Oversee food preparation and kitchen execution during breakfast, lunch, and happy hour service.
• Conduct line checks and ensure food quality, portioning, presentation, and consistency meet established standards.
• Provide hands-on support across kitchen stations during peak service.
• Monitor ticket times and ensure timely, accurate food execution.
• Maintain opening, closing, and shift-change procedures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and applicable health department requirements.
• Maintain proper food labeling, storage, rotation, and FIFO practices.
• Keep kitchen, prep, and storage areas clean, organized, and properly maintained.
• Receive and inspect deliveries, verify orders, and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Oversee inventory counts, product usage, and waste tracking.
• Monitor food costs and product utilization and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Support labor planning and staffing decisions based on projected business volume.
• Complete opening and closing checklists, inventory documentation, and shift recaps.
• Communicate regularly with the Café Manager and FOH leadership to coordinate operations and support a positive guest experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance options
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation time, with up to two weeks accrued annually during years 1–5, subject to applicable eligibility and accrual policies
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Discounts across company restaurants
• Opportunities for advancement, professional development, and education within the company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed