Kitchen Supervisor - Grand Rapids

Looking for a fun, fast-paced place to work? Enjoy working in the hospitality industry as a servant leader? Anna's House has an opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Heart of House Supervisor to supervise the daily heart of house (back of house) operations for our breakfast and lunch restaurant. The Heart of House Supervisor responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen, inventory, and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, the Heart of House Supervisor should be able to lead and motivate the kitchen team and guide them to deliver quality food quickly. Ultimately, the Heart of House Supervisor will ensure all plates are properly cooked and served, and Anna's House customers have a pleasant dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager by supervising kitchen staff
• Coordinate food prep and cooking food orders, and help order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
• Oversee food plating, food temperature, and ensure portion sizes meet expectations
• Coordinate communication between front of house and heart of house staff
• Monitor compliance with safety and hygiene regulations to ensure the restaurant exceeds standards in food quality, safety, and cleanliness, including storage of food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)
• Assist in scheduling heart of house staff, assigning roles based on experience and skills
• Maintain and inspect kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed
• Hire and train heart of house staff on prep work, cooking, and food plating techniques
• Manage heart of house staff performance by setting expectations and providing consistent feedback
• Assist General Manager by providing coaching and feedback to staff and assess performance on an ongoing basis
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma required

Experience

• Proven work experience as a Kitchen Supervisor or Kitchen Manager
• Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering food products and ingredients preferred
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes

Skills

• Able to supervise a team in a fast-paced environment and high-temperature kitchen
• Able to follow directions and delegate duties as assigned
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent conflict management abilities

Working Environment

• Ability to stand exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment
• Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to bend, stoop, and lift frequently
• Must be able to lift, carry, and place up to 40 pounds at a time
• Available to work in shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and/or mid afternoon

Benefits

• $16 - $21 per hour
• Excellent working hours
• No Night Shifts
• Schedule typically 5 days a week
• Full-time positions eligible for health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and College Tuition Discounts
• Future growth opportunities