Food Service Supervisor

The hiring establishment is a well-organized community-focused agency that operates two separate kitchen facilities dedicated to providing nutritious meals in compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and other regulatory guidelines. This agency plays a crucial role in child and family services by ensuring that high-quality meals are prepared and served safely and efficiently in accordance with Head Start and Early Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing rules, and accreditation requirements. The food service operations are an integral part of the organization, helping support program participants by contributing to their overall health and well-being through proper nutrition.\n\nThe Food Services Supervisor position is a hands-on supervisory role that demands a professional who can seamlessly blend culinary skills with leadership responsibilities. This role involves direct participation in food preparation, service, and storage in two different kitchen locations, requiring someone who is adept at managing multiple tasks while maintaining full compliance with all health and safety regulations. The Food Services Supervisor will oversee the daily kitchen workflow and ensure that meals are served according to carefully approved menus and dietary needs that meet the nutritional requirements of children and adults. Working closely with kitchen staff and management, this supervisor ensures the smooth functioning of food services while fostering a cooperative team environment.\n\nThe Food Services Supervisor is responsible for preparing large-volume meals accurately and efficiently, following standardized recipes and cross-checking adherence to CACFP standards. This role includes maintaining thorough documentation such as daily menu worksheets, food temperature logs, and monitoring plate counts to ensure regulatory compliance. The supervisor is also tasked with inventory management and ordering supplies to support continuous kitchen operations, while ensuring all items are properly labeled and stored. Sanitation and cleanliness are key facets of the job, with the supervisor overseeing proper cleaning and sanitization of all kitchen equipment and areas. This comprehensive supervisory role requires excellent communication skills to coordinate with food service staff, program managers, and other supervisors, as well as participation in ongoing training and compliance certification.\n\nMoreover, the Food Services Supervisor models professionalism by adhering to agency policies and provides additional food service support for agency meetings and activities as needed. This position requires a strong understanding of nutritional needs, regulatory standards, and food safety practices combined with leadership abilities to effectively manage kitchen operations. It demands physical stamina for extended periods standing and walking, the ability to lift moderate weights with assistance, and comfortable working in hot, humid kitchen environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility, sound judgment, and a positive collaborative spirit while supporting the agency’s mission to offer excellent food service to the community consistently.