Culinary Supervisor

Join Ithaka Hospitality Partners on an Exciting Journey!Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Join Ithaka Hospitality Partners in shaping the future of our industry through innovative leadership and excellence in service. We are seeking a passionate and driven Culinary Supervisor to support kitchen operations at Elevation Convening Center & Hotel, specifically within AYA Soulful Dining, our signature full-service restaurant. This role is essential to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and maintaining high standards of food quality and service. Position Summary The Culinary Supervisor supports the daily culinary operations within AYA Soulful Dining, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in all food production for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. This role assists in leading kitchen team members, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, and fostering a positive, high-performing work environment. Reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager, the Culinary Supervisor plays a key role in executing menu offerings and upholding Ithaka Hospitality Partners' standards of excellence. Duties & Responsibilities:Oversee the flow of production of all production for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Responsible for ensuring the success of the team by helping the Banquet Chef with all plate ups or whatever is needed when asked. Ensure the set up for events is correct, and chaffers and or equipment are lit on time. Monitor all mise en place to ensure it is completed to the satisfaction of set standards. To ensure each employee will be able to follow the established recipe and plating guide provided to exact specification. Creation of daily specials, lunch buffet menus, and brunch menus are to be completed with ordering information timely. Maintain and contribute to a positive work environment. Assist in controlling food and labor cost. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills & Abilities:Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations. Ability to work all stations in all kitchens with minimum defects. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to direct the performance of kitchen staff and follow up with corrections where needed. Education & Experience:High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate is required. 5 years of experience in the culinary field. ServSafe certification. Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and sitting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. An Equal Opportunity EmployerWe do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.