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Culinary SupervisorThe Wonderful Company • Shafter, CA, US
Culinary Supervisor

Culinary Supervisor

The Wonderful Company • Shafter, CA, US
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

The Wonderful Company is committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful. We’re looking to make the world a healthier place through an uncompromising commitment to the well-being of our employees and their families. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change.

The Culinary Supervisor plays a critical leadership role at Wonderful La Cocina, overseeing the culinary team while supporting operational efficiency, financial performance, and customer engagement. This position focuses on people management and administrative responsibilities, including scheduling, performance management, and compliance, while also monitoring key financial metrics such as labor and food costs. The Culinary Supervisor partners closely with internal teams, Wonderful Logistics Center business tenants, and community members to strengthen customer relationships, expand catering and event opportunities, and grow restaurant sales. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and business-minded culinary professional with a passion for both team development and guest satisfaction.

Job Description

People Leadership & Development

  • Supervise, coach, and develop Culinary Associates to ensure team performance, growth, and engagement.
  • Responsible for scheduling, timekeeping, and labor management to align staffing with business demands.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and support professional development of Culinary Associates.
  • Promote a collaborative, positive, and inclusive workplace culture.

Financial & Administrative Oversight

  • Track and manage kitchen-related financial metrics, including labor, food cost, and waste.
  • Partner with leadership to forecast needs, control expenses, and propose cost-saving measures.
  • Support ordering and vendor management to ensure budget alignment and efficiency.
  • Generate reports and insights on kitchen performance, inventory, and sales trends.
  • Customer Engagement & Partnerships

  • Partner with FOH lead to deliver seamless guest experiences.
  • Collaborate with customers and internal partners to support catering orders, special events, and custom menu requests.
  • Engage directly with customers and Wonderful Logistics Center business tenants to ensure satisfaction and identify opportunities for repeat business.
  • Represent Wonderful La Cocina in fostering positive community and relationships.
  • Sales & Growth Initiatives

  • Collaborate with leadership on strategies to grow sales through catering, special events, and daily service.
  • Work with the Service and Culinary Manager to create seasonal offerings and promotions that align with customer preferences.
  • Identify and implement operational efficiencies that improve service, reduce costs, and increase profitability.
  • Compliance & Standards

  • Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
  • Ensure compliance with health regulations and company policies.
  • Support and model high culinary and customer service standards across all levels of the team.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum 6+ years of progressive culinary experience with advanced cooking and menu execution.
  • Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience, including scheduling, people management, and performance management.
  • Demonstrated experience with financial oversight, labor management, and food cost control.
  • Experience working directly with clients or customers in catering, events, or restaurant partnerships.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Strong work ethic and reliability.
  • Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with a proven ability to develop, mentor, and motivate teams.
  • Skilled in conflict resolution, with the capacity to address challenges promptly, fairly, and constructively.
  • Strong understanding of financial management, forecasting, and cost control.
  • Proven ability to cultivate customer relationships and build partnerships that drive sales growth.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-first approach.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong administrative capabilities.
  • Advanced culinary knowledge and expertise in menu execution, with the ability to support and guide team training.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, generate insights, and recommend improvements.
  • Flexible, collaborative, and adept at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Pay Range : $70,000 - $74,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

    Additional Information

  • Thriving Wellness Community : Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including :
  • 24 / 7 online physician consultations

  • virtual mental health resources
  • life coaching
  • engaging employee community groups
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
  • library of on-demand fitness videos
  • Career Advancement Opportunities : Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
  • Focused Learning and Development : Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
  • Empowering Mentorship Program : Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
  • Continuous Improvement Training : Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
  • Building a Healthy Society :   To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
  • Giving Back to the Community : Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.
  • Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share : Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service.

    The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com / csr.

    To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

    The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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