Kitchen Supervisor

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: The Oliver Hotel (Knoxville)

• Knoxville, TN, Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00Hourly, Kitchen Manager Job Description Lead, train, and support the kitchen team to maintain strong performance and morale. Help develop staff through coaching, guidance, and daily leadership. Primarily, oversee breakfast operations and assist with night shifts when needed. Ensure all food is prepared with quality, consistency, and proper presentation. Work with Chef and management on menu ideas, specials, and cost-effective planning. Check food quality, ingredients, and finished dishes before service. Maintain all food safety, sanitation, and health standards. Keep the kitchen clean, organized, safe, and fully stocked. Make sure staff follow safety procedures and kitchen standards. Help control food cost by reducing waste, proper portioning, and smart ordering. Manage daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and timely service. Handle kitchen issues, staff concerns, and service delays professionally. Work closely with the restaurant manager and Expo team to keep service efficient. Help plan and execute catering, buyouts, and special events when needed. Keep records for inventory, staff performance, and compliance when necessary.

Qualifications

Expectations Lead by example with professionalism, urgency, and accountability. Maintain high food quality every shift. Keep labor and food costs under control. Ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards are always followed. Create a positive, respectful, and team-focused kitchen culture. Communicate clearly with management and front-of-house staff.

Be dependable, flexible, and solution oriented. Stay calm and perform well in a fast-paced environment. Uphold the standards of Oliver Royale.