Cook Room Supervisor

Purpose:

The Cook Supervisor in a food manufacturing facility is a hands-on working supervisor responsible for leading the cooking process while actively participating in daily production tasks. This role combines leadership with direct involvement in food preparation, ensuring high-quality standards, food safety, and timely completion of production schedules. The Cook Supervisor will manage a team, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and play an integral part in driving efficiency on the production floor.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision and Leadership:

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of cooks and kitchen staff while working alongside them during production shifts.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively to meet production goals.
• Act as a mentor, providing ongoing coaching and development for the team.
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment, ensuring smooth communication and task execution.

Hands-On Cooking and Production:

• Actively participate in the cooking process, preparing large-scale batches of food alongside the team.
• Ensure consistent execution of standardized recipes, monitoring cooking times, ingredient quality, and production accuracy.
• Operate and troubleshoot commercial cooking equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure proper portioning, packaging, and storage of finished food products.

Food Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, FDA, USDA) in all cooking and handling procedures.
• Actively participate in daily sanitation tasks, ensuring cleanliness and compliance with hygiene protocols.
• Supervise the safe handling, storage, and preparation of raw ingredients and finished products.
• Lead by example, ensuring all team members follow safety protocols.

Quality Control:

• Personally conduct taste tests and inspections to ensure consistency in flavor, texture, and product appearance.
• Take immediate corrective actions if quality issues arise during the production process.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with product specifications and industry standards.

Inventory and Supply Management:

• Actively manage the flow of raw ingredients and supplies, ensuring efficient use of resources during production.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely ordering and stock control.
• Implement strategies to reduce waste and optimize ingredient usage.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of production output, ingredient usage, and cooking times.
• Submit daily production reports, highlighting challenges and proposing improvements.
• Attend and contribute to production planning meetings.

Process Improvement:

• Suggest and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product consistency.
• Actively engage in problem-solving on the production floor to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience:
• 3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen or food manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Hands-on cooking experience in a large-scale production setting is essential.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of food safety standards and regulations (e.g., HACCP, FDA, USDA).
• Experience with large-scale batch cooking, portioning, and commercial kitchen equipment.

Skills:

• Proven ability to lead by example, working alongside staff while managing daily operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on maintaining product quality and efficiency.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift up to [X lbs] and work in varying temperatures (hot kitchens, cold storage).

Work Environment:

• This role operates in a fast-paced, high-volume food manufacturing environment.
• The Cook Supervisor will work with industrial kitchen equipment, leading the production process, and must adhere to strict safety and sanitation protocols.

Opportunities for Growth:

• This hands-on supervisory role offers opportunities for advancement into higher management positions such as Production Manager, Quality Control Supervisor, or Operations Manager, based on performance and experience.

Benefits:

Immerse yourself in a diverse range of comprehensive benefits that cater to your health and well-being. From top-notch medical, vision, and dental coverage to ensure you are in the best shape, to our 401K plan that secures your future, we have got you covered. Take time away from work and enjoy paid time off and special "dream" days that allow you to recharge and pursue your passions. Join us for exciting company events that bring us together as a team, fostering camaraderie, building confidence, and optimizing positive morale. And do not forget about your personal and professional growth – our education reimbursement program allows you to invest in yourself and elevate your skills.