Kitchen Supervisor

Kitchen Supervisor

Shift Supervisor (Kitchen Supervisor) – Food Service Department- Full Time

Join the Rescue Mission Team!

Shift : Sunday through Wednesday : 7 : 00am-5 : 30pm | Rate of Pay : $20.00 per hour

The Rescue Mission is seeking a Full Time Shift Supervisor to work in the Food Service Department . This position is required to rotate weekend coverage every other week. The Food Services Shift Supervisor facilitates the service of meals by supervising assigned staff and volunteers to prepare the kitchen and dining room, to ready the food prepared by the Production Cook, assists with meal preparation, coordinates the service line, and oversees cleanup.

Additional Duties :

The position supports the Director of Food Services in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Food Services Center, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery. This role is responsible for fostering a welcoming and customer-focused atmosphere in the kitchen, dining room, and service line. Duties include assisting with food preparation in accordance with standard recipes and dietary requirements, as well as preparing and managing large-scale meal service using Cook-Chill technology. The position also supervises Kitchen Assistants and volunteers, providing training, coaching, and direction on daily tasks and responsibilities. Close communication is maintained with the Director of Food Services and Production Cook to ensure food quality and quantity standards are met, and coordination with the Food School Supervisor ensures successful meal service execution. The role requires strict adherence to food safety protocols and Department of Health regulations, while also promoting a culture of safety by modeling best practices and enforcing safety procedures. Regular and predictable in-person attendance is essential, and the role may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education :

Associate's degree in restaurant / food management required; bachelor's degree preferred and / or five-year experience in restaurant / food management

Experience with institutional-size food preparation equipment and safety procedures

Experience with inventory control

Other skills needed to perform effectively include :

• Experience with large-scale menu planning and food preparation
• Strong knowledge of Department of Health regulations and food safety standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven leadership and motivational abilities
• Effective team-building skills
• Strong decision-making and creative problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Highly organized with strong time management skills; able to respond quickly to time-sensitive matters
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor under pressure
• Customer service mindset with a guest-focused approach
• Possession of a valid New York State Driver's License in good standing
• Exercises sound judgment in decision-making
• Maintains confidentiality with donors, volunteers, and organizational matters
• Demonstrates professionalism and a strong work ethic
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude and initiative to complete tasks independently

Rate of Pay :

Starting Pay rate – $20.00 per hour

Working at the Rescue Mission is a chance to have more than just a career. It is a chance to be part of a team that makes a difference every day. Our Mission and Values are practiced in our day-to-day actions throughout the organization. The Rescue Mission has been changing lives for more than 130 years with around the clock services providing help for today and hope for tomorrow.

We are proud to offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time off, Group and Voluntary Life, Short -Term Disability and more!

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