Culinary Supervisor, Niagara Falls State Park

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Seasonal
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
paid vacation days
Paid holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Tuition Reimbursement
weekly pay
free shift meal
Free on-site parking
Retail discount
Training and Development

Job Description

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is a well-established hospitality and food service company with a deep-rooted history spanning over 100 years. As a global family-owned business, Delaware North operates in iconic locations such as national parks, sports arenas, casinos, hotels, and resorts, providing unique and memorable experiences to guests from around the world. One of their notable locations is Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls, New York, the country’s original state park that features three massive waterfalls, attractions, and 400 acres of protected wildlife. This site offers a blend of natural beauty, adventure, and entertainment that continually attracts visitors globally and serves as a vibrant workplace for its employees. Delaware North values its team members as integral parts of its success and legacy, fostering an environment where workers can grow, develop skills, and pursue meaningful careers within hospitality and related fields.

The Culinary Supervisor position at Niagara Falls State Park is a seasonal role tailored for an experienced kitchen leader who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic settings. This role focuses on delivering high-quality food and exceptional service, ensuring that culinary operations run smoothly and efficiently. With an hourly pay rate ranging from $19.00 to $22.00, this position promises a rewarding experience for those passionate about culinary arts and leadership. The Culinary Supervisor oversees food preparation, supervises kitchen staff, maintains kitchen equipment, and enforces food quality and sanitation standards. They play a key role in managing food costs while upholding company policies and operational excellence.

This job is perfect for candidates who enjoy hands-on leadership, working closely with teams in a hospitality environment rich with natural and cultural significance. Employees benefit from a supportive working atmosphere, opportunities for professional growth, and access to comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans with company matching, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, weekly pay, and more. Additionally, employees receive free shift meals, on-site parking, retail discounts, and chances to train and move within the Delaware North network nationwide. The role requires adherence to company uniform and grooming standards and readiness to work variable shifts including days, evenings, weekends, overnights, holidays, and on-call times. This means the candidate must be flexible and committed.

Niagara Falls State Park itself offers an extraordinary setting for work and recreation, filled with natural wonders and ample opportunities to explore trails, boat rides, and interactive exhibits. Working here means contributing to an iconic destination that inspires awe and happiness in millions of visitors annually. Delaware North’s inclusive workplace culture encourages diversity and equal opportunity employment, ensuring a respectful and welcoming atmosphere for all employees regardless of background. This Culinary Supervisor position at Niagara Falls is an exceptional chance for culinary professionals who want to combine their culinary passion with leadership in a world-class environment.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum two years experience as a line cook, lead line cook, or kitchen supervisor
  • ability to effectively communicate with others in a leadership capacity
  • attentive and detailed oriented with basic math skills to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements
  • capacity to work in a fast-paced environment
  • no college degree required
  • manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids
  • ability to carry 50 pounds and lift and carry large pans weighing up to 50 pounds
  • standing and walking for entire length of shift
  • frequently required to reach up to 6-7 feet, twist at waist, bending and squatting

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum two years experience as a line cook, lead line cook, or kitchen supervisor
  • ability to effectively communicate with others in a leadership capacity
  • attentive and detailed oriented with basic math skills to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements
  • capacity to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations
  • supervise food prep maintaining quality, presentation, and sanitation standards, while verifying portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures are maintained
  • ensure all kitchen equipment is working efficiently, supervising team members with cleaning and food production in their areas, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of walk-ins and freezers, as well as supervising proper breakdown, rotation, labeling, dating, and storage of food
  • actively maintain food cost within parameters set by culinary leadership
  • perform opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines
  • must adhere to the company uniform standards and grooming guidelines

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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