Kitchen Supervisor | Genievieve's

Columbus Hospitality•Ocala, FL

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The World Equestrian Center - Ocala is seeking a skilled and detail-orientedâ¯Kitchen Supervisorâ¯to support the culinary leadership atâ¯Genievieve's; our elegant Italian dining concept located within the prestigious Equestrian Manor. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional with strong leadership abilities, a passion for Italian cuisine, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of kitchen operations. As Kitchen Supervisor, you will assist in overseeing daily back-of-house operations, ensuring consistency in food quality, safety, and team performance. Your role will be instrumental in upholding the World Equestrian Center's core values ofâ¯Quality, Class, and Distinction. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.â¯ This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions described in this position.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years' experience in a supervisory role within an upscale or fine dining kitchen.
Strong understanding of culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen operations.
Exceptional leadership and organizational skills.
Professional appearance and refined demeanor.
ServSafe Certification required.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Italian cuisine and private event execution preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in managing daily kitchen operations with precision and professionalism.
Supervise kitchen staff to ensure adherence to recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.
Monitor food preparation and production to maintain consistency and quality.
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Assist with inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and proper storage of ingredients and supplies.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen areas, including prep stations, storage, and equipment.
Train and mentor kitchen team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Assist in scheduling and labor management to meet business needs and budgetary goals.
Support the execution of private dining events, seasonal menus, and special occasions.
Communicate effectively with front-of-house and culinary teams to ensure smooth service flow.