Kitchen Supervisor - The Grand Hotel
About The Position
The Kitchen Supervisor assists in coordinating an efficient kitchen operation, emphasizing food ordering, kitchen production, sanitation, and training. The role also supports food preparation and cooking, food storage, labeling, temperature checks, cooler organization, placing and receiving orders, prep lists, recipes, and specifications. The position is full-time and year-round, typically scheduled for 40 hours across five days per week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. The pay rate is $20.75 per hour. The position is based at The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon in Tusayan, Arizona, one mile from the entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park south rim.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Two years of previous supervisory or lead cook experience in a high-volume à la carte dining or institutional establishment.
- Progressive cooking and menu-development experience, with the ability to train employees in all kitchen positions and support their advancement.
- Prior experience with food production records, employee scheduling, and inventory and cost controls.
- Able to stand, walk, handle items, reach outward and above shoulder level, kneel or squat, and bend frequently.
- Able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds constantly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and 51–100 pounds occasionally.
- Able to push or pull up to 25 pounds frequently.
Responsibilities
- Understand and support the Xanterra Mission Statement and Core Values.
- Provide exceptional guest service while helping maximize profitability through work practices and guest interactions.
- Ensure that the employee and assigned staff follow company and applicable statutory and regulatory policies and procedures, including hygiene, food sanitation, environmental, health, and safety requirements.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with the Coconino Public Health Department and remain vigilant about public health concerns.
- Support Food & Beverage training requirements by scheduling staff and helping conduct assigned classes.
- Enforce the Food Safety and HACCP food sanitation program throughout food and beverage outlet kitchens.
- Ensure buffet setup, maintenance, and breakdown follow the current timetable.
- Follow front-of-house staffing guides and set up meal-period sections, adjusting for staff absences and changes in guest counts.
- Conduct periodic walk-throughs of the kitchen and other food-service areas to maintain food quality, consistency, presentation, cleanliness, and safety, working closely with front-of-house managers.
- Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager and/or Assistant Kitchen Manager, work closely with the Steward and provide ongoing training in all aspects of the kitchen.
- Apply food-preparation knowledge to organize daily menu production, maintaining food quality, specification consistency, and buffet and plate presentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Low-cost employee housing in dormitory-style accommodations
- On-site cafeteria-style employee meals
- Free on-site laundry facility
- Free shuttle service
- Wi-Fi and satellite TV
- Free entry to Grand Canyon National Park
- Free Grand Canyon Railway train rides
- Planned employee trips and activities
- Exclusive retail and dining discounts at The Grand Hotel and other Xanterra properties
- Access to the hotel fitness center and pool
- Upward mobility and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
