Kitchen Supervisor

Description

Job Summary

The Kitchen Supervisor supports the daily culinary operations of the resort, ensuring exceptional food quality, smooth kitchen workflow, and strict adherence to luxury service standards. This role bridges management and hands-on cooking, leading kitchen staff by example while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Food Quality

  • Supervise daily kitchen operations across assigned outlets or shifts
  • Ensure all dishes meet the resort’s quality, presentation, and consistency standards
  • Assist in menu execution, preparation, and plating during service
  • Monitor portion control and minimize food waste

Team Leadership

  • Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff (commis, cooks, stewards)
  • Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and task assignments
  • Ensure clear communication between kitchen sections and front-of-house teams
  • Support onboarding and continuous skill development of culinary staff

Hygiene, Safety & Compliance

  • Enforce HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards at all times
  • Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and temperature control
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen environment
  • Follow local health regulations and luxury brand standards

Inventory & Cost Control

  • Assist with stock control, ordering, and inventory checks
  • Monitor ingredient usage to control costs without compromising quality
  • Report shortages, equipment issues, or maintenance needs promptly

Guest Experience

  • Support special dietary requests and allergen management
  • Handle guest feedback professionally and escalate issues when required
  • Maintain calm, professional leadership during high-volume service

Qualifications & Experience

  • Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality (preferred)
  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in a high-end hotel or luxury resort kitchen
  • Prior supervisory or team-lead experience strongly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of international cuisine and luxury plating standards

Skills & Competencies

  • Leadership and team coordination
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Hawks Cay Resort

Resort with 375 Rooms

Hawks Cay Florida Keys Resort 

Midway down the Florida Keys, you’ll find an island called Duck Key. It’s small. Secluded. Yet central to Miami and Key West, and easy to reach by car, boat or plane. Duck Key has a few telltale Florida Keys features: Aquamarine water all around. Glorious sunrises and sunsets. An island sensibility that lulls you into a state of total relaxation – except for when you’re out fishing, snorkeling, paddleboarding or flying around on a waverunner. The best of the Keys is waiting for you at Hawks Cay Resort.

Kitchen Supervisor

Description

Job Summary

The Kitchen Supervisor supports the daily culinary operations of the resort, ensuring exceptional food quality, smooth kitchen workflow, and strict adherence to luxury service standards. This role bridges management and hands-on cooking, leading kitchen staff by example while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Food Quality

  • Supervise daily kitchen operations across assigned outlets or shifts
  • Ensure all dishes meet the resort’s quality, presentation, and consistency standards
  • Assist in menu execution, preparation, and plating during service
  • Monitor portion control and minimize food waste

Team Leadership

  • Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff (commis, cooks, stewards)
  • Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and task assignments
  • Ensure clear communication between kitchen sections and front-of-house teams
  • Support onboarding and continuous skill development of culinary staff

Hygiene, Safety & Compliance

  • Enforce HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards at all times
  • Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and temperature control
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen environment
  • Follow local health regulations and luxury brand standards

Inventory & Cost Control

  • Assist with stock control, ordering, and inventory checks
  • Monitor ingredient usage to control costs without compromising quality
  • Report shortages, equipment issues, or maintenance needs promptly

Guest Experience

  • Support special dietary requests and allergen management
  • Handle guest feedback professionally and escalate issues when required
  • Maintain calm, professional leadership during high-volume service

Qualifications & Experience

  • Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality (preferred)
  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in a high-end hotel or luxury resort kitchen
  • Prior supervisory or team-lead experience strongly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of international cuisine and luxury plating standards

Skills & Competencies

  • Leadership and team coordination
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Hawks Cay Resort

Resort with 375 Rooms

Hawks Cay Florida Keys Resort 

Midway down the Florida Keys, you’ll find an island called Duck Key. It’s small. Secluded. Yet central to Miami and Key West, and easy to reach by car, boat or plane. Duck Key has a few telltale Florida Keys features: Aquamarine water all around. Glorious sunrises and sunsets. An island sensibility that lulls you into a state of total relaxation – except for when you’re out fishing, snorkeling, paddleboarding or flying around on a waverunner. The best of the Keys is waiting for you at Hawks Cay Resort.