Food Service Supervisor

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Food service establishment
• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food
• Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures
• Estimate and order ingredients and supplies
• Ensure food service and quality control
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage
• Prepare food order summaries for chef
• Supervise and check delivery of food trolleys
• Establish work schedules

Supervision

• 5-10 people
• Food service counter attendants and food preparers
• Kitchen and food service helpers
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Team player