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Culinary Supervisor

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, providing integrated food service, facilities management, and other essential solutions across a variety of industries. At the Indiana Convention Center, Sodexo strives to create memorable and exceptional experiences through dedicated service and operational excellence. With a commitment to enhancing everyday life for all employees, customers, and the communities it serves, Sodexo promotes an inclusive culture that values diversity, respect, and mutual collaboration. Known for its comprehensive benefits, ongoing training programs, and supportive work environment, Sodexo empowers its team members to succeed and thrive in their careers.

The Culinary Supervisor role at Sodexo’s Indiana Convention Center location offers a full-time employment opportunity with competitive pay ranging from $23.00 to $25.00 per hour. This position is vital within the culinary team, serving as a hands-on leader who directly oversees daily food production and kitchen operations. The Culinary Supervisor works closely with Senior Cooks, Sous Chefs, and Executive Chefs to ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and food safety are met throughout all culinary processes.

This position involves coordinating and supervising culinary staff, monitoring production schedules, enforcing standardized recipes and portion controls, and maintaining an efficient and compliant kitchen environment. The Culinary Supervisor contributes actively to food preparation, ensuring that workflow is managed effectively and that all operations align with organizational standards and client expectations. The nature of this role requires flexibility to adapt to the varying demands of multi-outlet and event-based culinary services, supporting both routine and large-scale food production requirements.

In addition to operational responsibilities, the Culinary Supervisor plays a key role in team development through supporting onboarding and on-the-job training initiatives for culinary staff members. This fosters skill enhancement and adherence to best practices within the kitchen. The role demands physical stamina, including the ability to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring physical exertion such as reaching, bending, and stooping.

Sodexo’s Culinary Supervisor position is ideal for culinary professionals seeking an engaging leadership role within a dynamic, high-volume food service environment. Candidates with prior kitchen leadership experience, especially in event-driven or large-scale culinary operations, will find opportunities to leverage their expertise and contribute significantly to the team’s success. Food safety and sanitation certifications such as ServSafe Manager are essential to comply with regulatory requirements and uphold the highest standards of hygiene and quality.

Sodexo offers a flexible and supportive work environment, recognizing the importance of work-life balance for its employees. Comprehensive benefits include paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, 401k plans, discount programs, and more. Some locations may provide additional site-specific benefits such as free meals during shifts, uniform and safety shoe allowances, transportation support, and parking facilitation.

At Sodexo, employees are valued for their individuality and contributions. The company fosters an inclusive culture where diversity, respect, and collaboration drive operational excellence, employee satisfaction, and customer delight. Sodexo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing fair and respectful working conditions for all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. Join Sodexo’s Indiana Convention Center culinary team to make a meaningful impact while advancing your culinary career in an environment that supports your growth and professional development.

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of culinary experience required
  • Prior lead cook or kitchen leadership experience preferred
  • Experience in high-volume, multi-outlet, or event-based culinary operations preferred
  • Working knowledge of batch cooking and just-in-time production methods preferred
  • Ability to read and execute production sheets, prep lists, and event orders
  • Food handler or food safety certification required where applicable
  • ServSafe Manager or equivalent certification required where applicable
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push, and pull
  • frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds
  • occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
  • Attend work and show for scheduled shifts on time with satisfactory regularity

Job Qualifications

  • High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of culinary experience required
  • Prior lead cook or kitchen leadership experience preferred
  • Experience in high-volume, multi-outlet, or event-based culinary operations preferred
  • Working knowledge of batch cooking and just-in-time production methods preferred
  • Ability to read and execute production sheets, prep lists, and event orders
  • Food handler or food safety certification required where applicable
  • ServSafe Manager or equivalent certification required where applicable

Job Duties

  • Provide hands-on supervision of daily food production and kitchen operations
  • Coordinate culinary staff and monitor production schedules
  • Enforce standardized recipes and portion controls
  • Maintain compliance with culinary, food safety, and sanitation standards
  • Support onboarding and training of culinary team members
  • Assist in workflow management and reinforce operational standards
  • Perform other duties as assigned based on business necessities and client requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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