Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
One Off Hospitality has been a cornerstone in the Chicago dining scene for nearly three decades, renowned for developing and operating some of the city’s most beloved restaurants and bars. Founded on principles of exceptional hospitality, this group is composed of chefs, hospitality experts, managers, and creative talents who deeply value the experience of treating guests like family and their establishments like home. Their commitment to quality, community, and culinary excellence has made them a respected leader in Chicago’s vibrant food and beverage industry. With a focus on innovation and tradition, One Off Hospitality continuously strives to craft memorable dining experiences that celebrate both local flavors and global cuisines in welcoming environments.
The role of Kitchen Supervisor at One Off Hospitality is a critical position that supports the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine in managing the back-of-house (BOH) operations. This non-exempt role requires a hands-on leader who can coach, delegate, and guide kitchen staff to maintain high standards across all culinary and operational processes. The Kitchen Supervisor is responsible for ensuring compliance with health codes and internal procedures, maintaining food quality and consistency, and promoting team cohesion and morale. This position demands a proactive approach to both food preparation and safety, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the kitchen.
As the assistant to senior kitchen leadership, the Kitchen Supervisor plays a vital role in teaching and mentoring line cooks and other BOH staff, ensuring they master proper techniques and uphold the company's values. They are also tasked with managing inventory controls, minimizing waste, and adhering to food safety regulations including proper sanitation procedures and personal protective equipment use. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential, as the Kitchen Supervisor must handle high-pressure situations calmly and coordinate effectively across departments to drive overall restaurant success. This role offers opportunities for growth within a well-established hospitality group that prioritizes employee development, inclusion, and operational excellence.
The role of Kitchen Supervisor at One Off Hospitality is a critical position that supports the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine in managing the back-of-house (BOH) operations. This non-exempt role requires a hands-on leader who can coach, delegate, and guide kitchen staff to maintain high standards across all culinary and operational processes. The Kitchen Supervisor is responsible for ensuring compliance with health codes and internal procedures, maintaining food quality and consistency, and promoting team cohesion and morale. This position demands a proactive approach to both food preparation and safety, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the kitchen.
As the assistant to senior kitchen leadership, the Kitchen Supervisor plays a vital role in teaching and mentoring line cooks and other BOH staff, ensuring they master proper techniques and uphold the company's values. They are also tasked with managing inventory controls, minimizing waste, and adhering to food safety regulations including proper sanitation procedures and personal protective equipment use. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential, as the Kitchen Supervisor must handle high-pressure situations calmly and coordinate effectively across departments to drive overall restaurant success. This role offers opportunities for growth within a well-established hospitality group that prioritizes employee development, inclusion, and operational excellence.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED graduate
- minimum 5 years of overall BOH experience
- food handler certification required
- ability to handle stress under pressure
- willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
- ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
- ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED graduate
- minimum 5 years of overall BOH experience
- food handler certification required
- ability to handle stress under pressure
- willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
- ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
- ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
Job Duties
- Maintains high quality and consistency in all BOH processes
- leads by example
- know that all BOH employees look to you for guidance regarding cooking technique, behavior and work ethic
- teaches each staff member proper technique and execution
- promotes cooperative effort, team spirit and good morale among all employees
- focuses on improving food cost by ensuring proper product rotation, utilization and inventory to ensure minimum waste
- focuses on safety and health regulations by ensuring proper hand washing, PPE usage, safety food prep
- assists with managing kitchen inventory
- assists with training new staff members
- takes a proactive approach to facility maintenance
- maintains strong lines of communication with entire leadership team and staff to drive the success of the restaurant
- helps with duties of other employees when necessary because of an unexpected absence or extra volume
- has a strong understanding of company background, core values and philosophy
- performs other administrative tasks as communicated by superiors
- performs other work-related duties as assigned
- maintains composure under pressure
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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