Kitchen Supervisor - Hen Quarter Prime

Thompson Hospitality Corporation • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Hen Quarter Prime is seeking a passionate, motivated Kitchen Supervisor to help deliver the high-quality dining experience guests expect. The role oversees daily kitchen operations, maintains food quality, and supports a positive, efficient team environment. The supervisor helps uphold the restaurant’s reputation for exceptional cuisine and ensures dishes meet established standards. The position requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Requirements

• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Basic computer skills for inventory management and reporting.
• 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 safely handle knives, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a kitchen leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, to ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff while fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
• Ensure food safety, freshness, and adherence to recipe standards.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and manage vendor relationships to minimize waste and control costs.
• Enforce health and safety standards, including food handling and sanitation practices.
• Generate reports on kitchen performance, inventory levels, and food cost analysis.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Pet insurance
• Discounts on hotels, travel, tickets, and restaurants
• Eligibility for a discounted meal plan at HBCU client locations

What This Job Offers

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