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Summit is hiring a Cook Supervisor to lead kitchen operations and ensure consistent, high quality meals. In this role, you will plan menus, prep and cook food, and oversee safe, sanitary food handling in compliance with health codes. You will supervise and train kitchen staff, assign daily tasks, and monitor production to meet dietary needs, portion standards, and timelines. The Cook Supervisor will manage inventory and ordering, control waste, and maintain equipment. You will collaborate with management on cost control and special menus while modeling excellent food safety, teamwork, and a positive, efficient work environment. Responsibilities Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and food production Prepare, cook, and present meals to quality and portion standards Develop or follow menus and recipes to meet dietary guidelines Supervise, schedule, and train kitchen staff Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations Monitor inventory, place orders, and reduce waste Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate needed repairs Coordinate meal service timing with front-of-house or service teams Support cost control through portioning and efficient use of ingredients Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment Required Skills Menu planning Food preparation and cooking Food safety and sanitation Kitchen staff supervision Inventory management Recipe standardization and portion control Time management in high-volume kitchens Basic knife skills and culinary techniques Temperature control and HACCP awareness Order and waste control