Kitchen Supervisor

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Title: Kitchen Supervisor - Country Club

Location: San Jose Country club
Reports to: Executive Chef
Status: Full-Time

About Us:
San Jose Country Club is a premier private club, offering an exceptional experience to our members and their guests. Our kitchen delivers a variety of high-quality, freshly prepared meals to meet the needs of our diverse clientele. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen operations, including creating innovative specials, expediting service, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.

Position Overview:
As a Kitchen Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen staff to ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest standards. Your leadership will be essential in creating a dynamic, organized, and team-oriented environment. You will be responsible for creating daily specials, expediting service during busy periods, ensuring quality control, and maintaining kitchen organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Kitchen Operations: Oversee all kitchen staff to ensure a smooth flow of food preparation, presentation, and service.
  
• Create Daily Specials: Work closely with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal and creative daily specials that meet the preferences of our members while maintaining kitchen efficiency.
  
• Expediting Service: Manage the pass and expedite orders, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency in every dish served. Ensure all orders are coordinated and served in a timely and professional manner.
  
• Quality Control: Monitor food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure quality standards are maintained. Maintain the highest levels of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation in accordance with local regulations.
  
• Staff Training & Development: Train and mentor kitchen staff on best practices, new menu items, and techniques to ensure high standards of food preparation and kitchen safety.
  
• Inventory Management: Assist in managing inventory, ordering supplies, and keeping stock levels in line with kitchen needs, ensuring that the kitchen operates without interruptions.
  
• Ensure Cleanliness & Safety: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including all cooking equipment, surfaces, and storage areas, and ensure proper sanitation practices are followed.
  
• Collaboration & Communication: Foster positive relationships with other departments, including front-of-house staff, to ensure smooth communication and service delivery.
  

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Kitchen Supervisor, Sous Chef, or in a similar kitchen management role, preferably in a country club, hotel, or fine dining environment.

Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards.

Ability to create, develop, and implement specials that meet the expectations of members.

Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Staff meals

Opportunities for professional development and growth

If you are passionate about culinary excellence, leading a talented team, and creating memorable experiences for our members, we encourage you to apply and join our team at San Jose Country Club.