Kitchen Supervisor

Description: About Canvas Canvas Restaurant & Market is an elevated, contemporary dining destination in the heart of Lake Nona. We blend seasonal ingredients with innovative techniques to create approachable yet refined dishes. Our passionate team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and delivering a memorable guest experience. What You’ll Do As Kitchen Supervisor, you’ll support daily operations, lead our back-of-house team, and maintain Canvas’s high standards for quality and consistency. Key responsibilities include: Oversee food prep, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency with recipes and presentation guidelines Mentor and train line cooks, prep cooks, and culinary interns; provide real-time feedback and coaching Coordinate station assignments, prep schedules, and mise en place to optimize workflow during service Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards (ServSafe compliance) Partner with Executive Chef to manage inventory, conduct daily food counts, and minimize waste Step in to cook and plate during peak service when needed, modeling best practice Collaborate with FOH Supervisors to maintain seamless communication between kitchen and dining room What We Offer Competitive hourly rate with opportunity for performance-based bonuses Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision) for full-time team members Employee discount at all Tavistock Restaurant Collection venues Ongoing training, mentorship, and career-advancement opportunities A creative, inclusive environment where your ideas matter Requirements: What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, operational know-how, and a genuine passion for hospitality: 3+ years of progressive culinary experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen Previous supervisory or lead cook experience, with proven ability to develop team members Solid foundation in classical cooking techniques and modern plating standards Exceptional organizational skills and calm under pressure ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) Availability for evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to Canvas’s culture of collaboration