Kitchen Supervisor

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Kitchen Supervisor to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations while ensuring the consistent execution of high-quality food. The Kitchen Supervisor plays a critical leadership role on the line—overseeing cooks, expediting service, and maintaining organization, cleanliness, and compliance with all standards.

This is a hands-on position that includes both supervisory responsibilities and active participation in basic kitchen duties. The ideal candidate is experienced in expediting, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and leads by example.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations & Expediting:

• Oversee service and ensure all food is prepared, plated, and sent out accurately and on time

• Act as primary expeditor during service, maintaining clear communication between BOH and FOH

• Assist with daily prep, cooking, and station support as needed

• Update production lists based on inventory, business levels, and upcoming events

• Assist in the execution of Banquet functions for both the Private dining rooms.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise line cooks and kitchen staff to ensure consistency and efficiency

• Train, coach, and support new and existing team members

• Provide constructive feedback and follow up on performance improvements

• Foster a team-oriented, respectful, and high-performing kitchen culture

Food Quality & Cost Control:

• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation

• Coordinate with the chef team on ordering and inventory needs

• Monitor and follow up on waste logs at the end of each shift

• Support proper portioning and minimize waste

Kitchen Organization & Maintenance:

• Ensure all kitchen areas, including prep spaces and walk-ins, are clean and organized

• Maintain proper labeling, storage, and rotation of all food items

• Communicate any maintenance or equipment issues promptly to the chef team

Food Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to all food safety and sanitation standards

• Maintain and sign off on HACCP logs nightly

• Uphold Department of Health (DOH) standards at all times

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen

• Proven experience expediting in a fast-paced service environment

• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations

• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence and consistency

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Open to feedback with a willingness to learn and develop others

If you are a strong leader who thrives on the line and excels at keeping service running smoothly, we encourage you to apply and grow with our team.

John Fraser Restaurants is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.