Culinary Supervisor

Hilton

Salary: $44k - $45k
Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

compliance
inventory control

About the role

Job Summary

The Kitchen Supervisor oversees daily kitchen operations in a fast‑paced hospitality or food service environment, ensuring food safety compliance, efficient workflow, and high‑quality food preparation. This role leads and supports kitchen staff, enforces sanitation standards, manages operational challenges, and drives continuous improvement in food quality, efficiency, and team performance. Competitive hourly pay, paid time off, and a full benefits package available.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise daily food service operations, including food preparation, cooking, and service execution.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, health department standards, and sanitation protocols (HACCP, ServSafe).
Train, schedule, and lead kitchen staff, including cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers.
Resolve operational issues, staff concerns, and workflow disruptions using effective conflict resolution techniques.
Improve kitchen efficiency, reduce food waste, and support menu development initiatives.
Monitor inventory levels and assist with food cost control and inventory management.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe back‑of‑house environment.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience as a Kitchen Supervisor, Lead Cook, Sous Chef, or Food Service Supervisor.
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practices.
Proven leadership, problem‑solving, and team management skills.
Availability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

SERV Safe Manager Certification or equivalent food safety certification.
Formal culinary training or culinary school education.
Experience in high‑volume kitchens, hotels, resorts, hospitals, or institutional food service.
Background in inventory control, ordering, and kitchen budgeting.
Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements or support menu innovation.

Core Skills & Competencies

Kitchen Operations Management
Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance
Team Leadership & Staff Training
Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
Inventory Management & Cost Control
High‑Volume Food Production
Hospitality & Guest Service Mindset
Process Improvement & Efficiency

Compensation

Starting Pay: $21.50 – $22.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Pay Type: Hourly, non‑exempt
Opportunity for growth and advancement within the kitchen and food service team

Benefits & Perks

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial security, and work‑life balance:

Paid Time Off
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
Income Protection
- Short‑Term Disability (STD)
- Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
- Life Insurance
Retirement Savings
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Additional Perks
- Stable, year‑round scheduling
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities for skill development and career advancement
- Leadership experience in a professional kitchen setting

About Hilton

Operates hotel properties and hospitality services in Tucson.

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