Kitchen Supervisor | Saint James French Diner

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KITCHEN SUPERVISOR | SAINT JAMES FRENCH DINER

POSITION PROFILE:

We're looking for a meticulous and highly skilled Kitchen Supervisor at Saint James French Diner prepared to assist with daily back-of-house operations. The right candidate will be well-versed in running kitchen operations and will be comfortable maintaining open communication with the Chef de Cuisine and hotel General Manager throughout the day. This crucial team member will also work closely with the Corporate Executive Chef to ensure the kitchen always exceeds restaurant and hotel standards.

ABOUT SAINT JAMES FRENCH DINER

Palihotel San Diego features Saint James French Diner, a restaurant and bar that blends the utilitarian nature of an American diner with the subtle elegance of French bistro cuisine. Our menu is hearty and simple, yet refined by nature, paying homage to roadside food halls in Southern France. It's shared mussels and a beer in the afternoon and it's a burger and two martinis at night. It's sensible, unpretentious, and totally chic! If you're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences, thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment, and find joy in providing delightful, consistent service that turns first-time visitors into regulars, we invite you to join our team at Saint James French Diner!

THE TASK AT HAND:

• Supervise and support line cooks, prep cooks, and stewards during prep and service.
• Train new kitchen staff on recipes, techniques, and station procedures.
• Ensure smooth communication between front of house and back of house teams.
• Prepare and execute menu items consistently according to recipes and standards.
• Lead service by expediting and managing ticket flow during peak periods.
• Maintain proper portioning, plating, and presentation of all dishes.
• Assist with daily prep lists and station set up sheets ensuring all stations are properly stocked and organized.
• Support Chef de Cuisine as needed with inventory management, ordering, and cost control initiatives.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper storage.
• Uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with local regulations.
• Provide input on menu changes, specials, and seasonal items.
• Act as culinary leader in the absence of Chef de Cuisine.
• Participate in the property Safety Committee.
• Assist in leading the weekly kitchen inspections ensuring all cleanliness and maintenance standards are in place. Follow-up and resolve any outstanding issues.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Must possess a positive attitude.
• Must be energetic and outgoing.
• Must have the ability to follow direction, communicate well, and delegate while being self-sustainable.
• Must be reliable and flexible to cover different shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be service oriented.
• Understanding of Microsoft Excel and Word programs
• Demonstrates a full understanding of their role and carries it out in line with their job description.
• Works effectively with the rest of the team.
• Can prioritize tasks and demonstrate effective time management and coordinating, controlling, and managing different resources.
• Communicates clearly, professionally, and concisely whilst actively listening to others and considering their needs and opinions.
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• Requires mobility and prolonged standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Experience: 2- 5 years of experience as a Line Cook in a high-quality full service or fast casual environment

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• A competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan (future you will love this one!)
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay when you're under the weather.
• Career advancement in an organization committed to helping star employees thrive.
• There's also an opportunity to expand your career trajectory as we are a fast-growing company with hotels and restaurants in multiple cities.
• Professional development that sets you up for success across multiple hospitality career paths.
• A collaborative work environment where your creative ideas can come to fruition.
• Amazing employee discounts on hotels and dining across our entire portfolio (18 hotels and more to come!)
• Hands-on training with a nimble team.

Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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Company Information
MORE ABOUT US:

Palisociety is a fully integrated hospitality company that develops and operates unique hotels and residences across the country. In addition to our independent collection of hotels, we also operate Palihouses, Palihotels, and ARRIVE by Palisociety. We strive to delight and inspire our guests and local community by creating one-of-a-kind neighborhood-centric places filled with interesting people, friendly staff, and trusty service.

We're a family business founded in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh in 1998. As we continue to grow and develop new hotels and restaurants, we're always looking for spirited, hardworking, passionate people that can join our team and grow with us!