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Food and Beverage - Kitchen Supervisor

Washington, DC, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible schedule

Job Description

Hornblower Group is a globally recognized leader in experience and transportation, with a rich history spanning over 100 years. The company’s expansive portfolio includes an international range of water- and land-based experiences as well as ferry and transportation services. As a prominent player in the transportation and tourism industries, Hornblower Group operates through various divisions and subsidiaries that serve millions of guests annually across multiple countries and U.S. cities.

Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, and with corporate offices in cities such as San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, London, New York, Dublin, and locations across Ontario, Canada, Hornblower Group stands as a pillar in delivering exceptional guest experiences worldwide. Their premier experience division, City Experiences, offers unique dining and sightseeing cruises, as well as engaging walking and food tours under reputable brands such as City Cruises, Walks, and Devour. The Ferry and Transportation Division operates the largest private high-speed passenger and vehicle ferry services in the United States, transporting over 10 million passengers annually through notable services including NYC Ferry and Puerto Rico Ferry.

Subsidiaries such as Hornblower Marine focus on vessel outhaul and maintenance, while Seaward Services, Inc. specializes in waterfront logistics and management of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC supports clients through reservation, ticketing, and website integration services for the transportation, tourism, and entertainment sectors. With this extensive reach and dedication to quality, Hornblower Group serves over 20 million guests each year, showcasing their commitment to operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

The Galley (Kitchen) Supervisor role at Hornblower Group is a key leadership position within the back-of-house management team. This role is vital in ensuring that cruise operations maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service while optimizing profitability. The supervisor is responsible for overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining continuous communication with restaurant and other operational departments, and ensuring compliance with rigorous health and sanitation codes. This position demands strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where guest satisfaction and teamwork are top priorities.

As the on-duty galley manager during cruises, the supervisor leads the kitchen crew, ensuring that all operations adhere strictly to company policies and procedures. They manage staff recruitment, training, and development in collaboration with higher kitchen management, recommending promotions and supporting career growth initiatives. The role also involves resolving guest service issues with diplomacy and tact, fostering positive working relationships across departments, and contributing to overall service excellence.

Hornblower Group places great emphasis on the RESPECT Service System, which encapsulates the company’s mission, vision, values, and operating principles. This culture of respect drives everyone at Hornblower towards the collective goal of being a global leader in experiences and transportation. The Galley Supervisor plays an essential role in upholding these values through effective management and operational execution. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals looking to advance their leadership skills within a prestigious and well-established company that values diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusive employment practices.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold
  • Required to lift and move heavy items such as cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods
  • Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays
  • Must meet minimum state age requirements

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in a high-volume culinary establishment
  • Minimum of two (2) years of total kitchen experience
  • One (1) year of kitchen staff management experience preferred
  • Minimum two (2) years formal culinary training or equivalent kitchen work experience in a full-service/banquet, high volume environment
  • SERV Safe Certified
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of health department sanitation codes and requirements
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure

Job Duties

  • Act as the on-duty galley kitchen manager for cruises and manage the kitchen crew to ensure adherence to company standards and procedures
  • Maintain continuous communication with the back of the house and restaurant management regarding staff and operations
  • Ensure that all staff consistently follow and adhere to all health department sanitation codes and requirements thereby maintaining the Company’s strict standards of sanitation
  • Maintain close liaison between the kitchen and other departments including the front-of-the-house
  • Participate in recruiting and training of all new kitchen crew
  • Provide input to the Kitchen Management- Sous Chef, Chef and Executive Chef about the development and career growth plans for each member
  • Recommend to the Kitchen Management- Sous Chef, Chef and Executive Chef the promotion of each member
  • Develop positive working relationships and strong teamwork
  • Resolve guest service issues, in conjunction with the on-duty Restaurant Manager, utilizing strong guest service skills and exercising diplomacy in keeping with company objective of guest retention
  • Participate in operation task forces as requested
  • Additional job duties assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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